pop

pop · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    Make a light explosive sound.

  2. 2.

    Go somewhere quickly or briefly.

  3. 3.

    Put or place quickly.

  4. 4.

    (Of eyes) Open wide, especially with surprise.

  5. 5.

    A light explosive sound.

  6. 6.

    Popular music of a type having a strong melody and beat.

  7. 7.

    (Informal) A carbonated soft drink.

  8. 8.

    (Informal) One's father.

  9. 9.

    Relating to pop music or pop culture.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    pop up — Appear suddenly or unexpectedly.
  • •
    pop the question — Propose marriage.
  • •
    pop in/by — Visit briefly.
  • •
    pop out — Leave briefly.
  • •
    pop art — Art based on popular culture imagery.
  • •
    mom and pop — Small family-owned business.

Related words

See also: burst, music, sound, visit
Synonyms: burst, crack, explode

Etymology

Imitative origin, representing a short, sharp explosive sound.