Pop

Word of the Day

pop

The word "pop" is usually a verb that describes a sound or the action of suddenly deflating something. Sometimes the word "pop" describes a quick movement. It can also be used as a noun.

A balloon will pop if you poke it with something sharp. A needle can pop a balloon.
A cork pops out of a bottle. (present tense) The cork popped out of a bottle of champaign. (past tense) pop / popped / popped
Eyes pop out of a person head if there’s something exciting to see.
You can pop corn to make popcorn.
If you are thirsty, you can pop open a can of pop.*
Some people call their father "Pop." (That’s short for "poppa.")
A pop singer or pop musician is a person who is very popular and usually appeals to young people. Do you like pop music? (The word "pop" is short for "popular.")

* In some parts of the United States, the word "pop" is used for a carbonated beverage such as Coca-cola, Pepsi, or 7-up. In other parts of the United States, the word "soda" is used. I live in the upper midwest. Most people here use the word "pop" when drinking a coke.

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This page was first published on January 2, 2013. It was updated on January 15, 2017.