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propping

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb prop has 1 sense
  1. prop up, prop, shore up, shore - support by placing against something solid or rigid; "shore and buttress an old building"
    --1 is one way to hold, support, sustain, hold up
    Derived form: noun prop1
    Sample sentences:
    Somebody ----s something
    Somebody ----s something PP

Definitions from the Web

Propping

Description:

Propping is the act of supporting or holding up something with a prop or temporary support. It can refer to physical objects or metaphorical concepts.

Sample Sentences:

As a verb:

  1. We were propping up the tent with stakes to prevent it from falling over in the strong winds.
  2. The actors were propping the set pieces to create a realistic scene.
  3. He was propping the ladder against the wall to reach the high shelf.

As a noun:

  1. We used wooden props as temporary proppings to support the unstable structure.
  2. The propping of emotions in the character's dialogues made the play more engaging.
  3. The building required extensive propping during renovation to ensure its stability.

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