props

English

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Etymology 1

Noun

props

1. plural of prop
2. (obsolete) A game of chance using four seashells (each called a prop).

Verb

props

1. third-person singular simple present indicative of prop

Etymology 2

From proper, as in "proper respect" or "proper recognition".

Noun

1. (slang) respect 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.

   • Barack Obama (speaking at Google)

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