popes

noun

music of general appeal to teenagers

a sharp explosive sound as from a gunshot or drawing a cork

a sweet drink containing carbonated water and flavoring

an informal term for a father

verb

burst open with a sharp, explosive sound

cause to burst with a loud, explosive sound

take drugs, especially orally

drink down entirely

hit or strike

release suddenly

put or thrust suddenly and forcefully

appear suddenly or unexpectedly

cause to make a sharp explosive sound

fire a weapon with a loud explosive noise

make a sharp explosive noise

hit a pop-fly

bulge outward

adjective

(of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people)

adverb

like a pop or with a pop

Roots

papaspop- · Greek · father

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