How to Pronounce "lop"
word
ˈɫɑp
LAHP
lˈɒp
LOP
Definition
To cut off something, especially branches from a tree or plant. Often used for removing parts that are unwanted or unnecessary.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɑp
British English
lˈɒp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAHP
UK
LOP
Listen in Context
He used an axe to lop the branches from the tree.
The gardener will lop off the dead wood this afternoon.
You need to lop the extra leaves to help the plant grow.
They had to lop off a large branch after the storm damaged it.