Stopper Definition

stopper
noun
  1. an act so striking or impressive that the show must be delayed until the audience quiets down
  2. a remark to which there is no polite conversational reply
  3. (bridge) a playing card with a value sufficiently high to insure taking a trick in a particular suit; "if my partner has a spade stopper I can bid no trump"
  4. blockage consisting of an object designed to fill a hole tightly
verb
  1. close or secure with or as if with a stopper; "She stoppered the wine bottle"; "The mothers stoppered their babies' mouths with pacifiers"

"Stopper" in song lyrics

See how stopper is used in real songs:

  • "Off the boarder slaughter, recorder, popper stopper"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Molly-Q — Freestyle
  • "I come through and conquer like a stopper"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo, Lighter Shade — We in the Realm
  • "I'm Choppa, that Westbank show stopper"
    504 Boyz f/ Choppa, Curren$y, Krazy — Haters Gon Hate

Usage tips for "stopper"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "stopper" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for stopper to find words that pair well.

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