pops

pops · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    (Informal) An affectionate term for one's father.

  2. 2.

    Short, sharp sounds like those made by small explosions.

  3. 3.

    (Informal) Carbonated beverages; soft drinks (regional usage).

  4. 4.

    Third person singular present of pop; makes a sudden sharp sound or bursts.

Related words

See also: dad, father, pop
Synonyms: dad, father, papa

Etymology

From Middle English poppen, of imitative origin. The sense of "father" is from childish pronunciation of "papa."