props
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Etymology 1
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Noun
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- plural of prop
- (obsolete) A game of chance using four seashells (each called a prop).
Verb
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- third-person singular simple present indicative of prop
Etymology 2
editFrom proper, as in "proper respect" or "proper recognition".
Noun
editprops pl (plural only)
- (slang) Respect for, or recognition of, another person; an expression of approval or a special acknowledgment; accolades; praise.
- I've got to give props to Roger for the way he handled that situation.
- 2007, Barack Obama (speaking at Google on November 14, 2007Candidates at Google: Barack ObamaPublic Policy Blog. Candidates at Google: Barack Obama )
- I also want to acknowledge state senator Elaine Alquist who is here... I always want to give her her props.
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- (slang) An acclamation of respect or recognition.
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