prop /prɒp/ CET6+ TEM4 ( propping, propped, props )

• 1. 

  V-T If you prop an object on or against something, you support it by putting something underneath it or by resting it somewhere. 架; 搁

  例：

  He rocked back in the chair and propped his feet on the desk.

  他往椅背上一靠，将双脚搁在了桌子上。

• 2. 

  PHRASAL VERB Prop up means the same as . 支撑; 维持

  例：

  Sam slouched back and propped his elbows up on the bench behind him.

  萨姆懒懒地往后一靠，将他的两胳膊肘撑在了他背后的长凳上。

• 3. 

  N-COUNT A prop is a stick or other object that you use to support something. 支撑物

  例：

  Using the table as a prop, he dragged himself to his feet.

  他用桌子作支撑，缓慢费力地站了起来。

• 4. 

  N-COUNT To be a prop for a system, institution, or person means to be the main thing that keeps them strong or helps them survive. 支柱

  例：

  The army is one of the main props of the government.

  军队是政府的主要支柱之一。

• 5. 

  N-COUNT The props in a play or movie are all the objects or pieces of furniture that are used in it. (戏剧、电影中的) 道具

  例：

  ...the backdrop and props for a stage show.

  …一场舞台剧的背景幕和道具。

• 6. 

  N → an informal word for propeller