prop
word
/ˈpɹɑp/
prahp
/pɹˈɒp/
prop
Definition
A 'prop' is an object used by actors in a play, film, or TV show, or something used to support or hold something up.
Usage & Nuances
Usually informal; most often refers to objects on a theater or film set. As a noun meaning 'support', it can be physical or figurative. Not to be confused with 'props' (slang for 'respect').
Spanish: utilería - soportePortuguese (BR): acessório de cena - suportePortuguese (PT): acessório de cena - suporteChinese (Simplified): 道具 - 支架Chinese (Traditional): 道具 - 支架Hindi: सहारा (थिएटर या फ़िल्म में वस्तु)Arabic: إكسسوار مسرحي - دعامةBengali: উপকরণ (নাট্য) - ঠেকনাRussian: реквизит - подпоркаJapanese: 小道具 - 支えVietnamese: đạo cụ - vật chống đỡKorean: 소품 - 버팀대Turkish: sahne eşyası - dayanakUrdu: آلہ (تھیٹر/فلم) - سہاراIndonesian: properti (teater/film) - penyangga
Example Sentences
Each character in the play has a special prop.
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That hat isn't real—it's just a prop for the photo shoot.
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He used a stick as a prop to help him walk up the hill.
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The actor picked up the prop sword from the table.
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Please use a book as a prop to hold the door open.
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The director told us not to touch any props between scenes.
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