props

nounverbnouninterjectionattested in dialogue

Australia

Respect for, or recognition of, another person; an expression of approval or a special acknowledgment; accolades; praise.

noun

1
obsoleteA game of chance using four seashells (each called a prop).
2
Also a form of propplural of prop

verb

1
Also a form of propthird-person singular simple present indicative of prop

noun

1
slangRespect 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.
I also want to acknowledge state senator Elaine Alquist who is here... I always want to give her her props.

Etymology

Clipping of proper (as in "proper respect" or "proper recognition") + -s.

interjection

1
slangAn acclamation of respect or recognition.

propose · To suggest a plan, course of action, etc.proposed · Suggested or planned but not yet implemented.proposition · The act of offering (an idea) for consideration.

props · Respect for, or recognition of, another person; an expression of approval or a special acknowledgment; accolades; praise.

propulsion · The process of propelling, driving, or pushing, typically…prosecute · To start criminal proceedings against.prosecution · The act of prosecuting a scheme or endeavor.

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