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Meaning of propped
The primary meaning of the word "propped" is to support or hold something in a certain position.
Etymology of propped
The word "propped" originates from the verb "prop", which has its roots in the Old English word "propian", meaning to support or uphold.
The word "propian" is derived from the Latin word "proporre", which means to put forth or support.
The word "propped" has been used in the English language since the 15th century, initially as a verb and later as a past tense and past participle.
Synonyms
supported
upheld
sustained
maintained
held
lifted
raised
elevated
bolstered
reinforced
strengthened
stabilized
secured
fastened
fixed
anchored
braced
stayed
rested
leaned
backed
underpinned
shored
buttressed
cradled
cushioned
propped up
Definitions
- The word "propped" is defined by Oxford Languages as the past tense and past participle of the verb "prop", which means to support or hold something in a certain position, typically by placing something under or against it.
- * It can also refer to the act of supporting or holding someone or something in a certain position, often to prevent them from falling or collapsing.
Usage Examples
- The ladder was propped against the wall to provide access to the roof.
- * She propped herself up on her elbow to get a better look at the view.
- * The table was propped up with a stack of books to level it.
Antonyms
unsupported
unheld
unsustained
unmaintained
unlifted
unraised
unelevated
unbolstered
unreinforced
unstrengthened
unstable
unsecured
unfastened
unfixed
unanchored
unbraced
un stayed
unrested
unleaned
unbacked
ununderpinned
unshored
unbuttressed
uncradled
uncushioned
unpropped