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popping Definition and Meaning in English (popping definition)

verb
Synonyms:burstingcrackingsnapping
Quick Answer • Definition

Popping definition: To make a short, sharp, explosive sound or to burst open suddenly.

Definitions of Popping

  1. 1verb

    To make a short, sharp, explosive sound or to burst open suddenly.

  2. 2noun

    The act of making a sudden, sharp sound or bursting.

  3. 3verb(informal)

    To appear, go, or visit briefly and unexpectedly.

Example Sentences

casual

“The popcorn was popping loudly in the microwave.”

casual

“I heard a popping sound from the engine.”

casual

“She's just popping out to the shop for a minute.”

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitivepop
third person singularpops
past tensepopped
agent nounpopper

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

popping the questionidiom

To propose marriage.

pop upphrasal_verb

To appear suddenly or unexpectedly.

pop inphrasal_verb

To visit briefly and informally.

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Popping definition: To make a short, sharp, explosive sound or to burst open suddenly.
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'Popping' translates to 'popping' in English. Popping definition: To make a short, sharp, explosive sound or to burst open suddenly.
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