prop
Произношение: [prɒp]
Слово
Контекст: «theater»
(noun) a prop is an object used in a play or movie to help tell the story. It can be anything from a sword to a chair that the actors use while performing.
Пример
The actors used a large book as a prop to help tell the story better.
Пример
Without the props, the play felt empty and less interesting.
Пример
What kind of props are needed for the school play?
Контекст: «support»
(noun) a prop can also mean something that supports or helps someone. For example, a friend can be a prop when you need help during tough times.
Пример
My family was a great prop for me during my hard times.
Пример
She felt alone because she didn’t have any props to help her through her problems.
Пример
Who do you consider your main prop in difficult situations?
Контекст: «support»
(verb) to prop something means to support it, often by putting something underneath it. This is like when you hold up a falling book by putting another book under it.
Пример
I propped the door open with a rock so it wouldn’t close.
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He didn’t prop the table properly, and it fell over.
Пример
What did you use to prop the ladder against the wall?
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