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What is another word for Prop? – 152 Prop Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    support pillar post column beam brace buttress stay shore staff crutch stick rod pole stake standard upright strut truss girder joist rafter timber propeller fulcrum lever ramp wedge block cushion bolster reinforcement reinforcement mainstay anchor anchor fastener fastening clamp clamp grip grip handle handle

    Meaning of Prop

    The primary meaning of the word "Prop" is an object used to support or hold something in place.

    Definitions

    • A person or thing that supports or strengthens something
    • An object placed under or against something to support it
    • A support or foundation for something
    • In theater or film, an object used on stage or screen

    Etymology of Prop

    The word "Prop" originated from the Old French word "propre" meaning "own" or "proper", and the Latin word "proponere" meaning "to set forth"
    Historically, the term has been used since the 15th century to refer to an object used for support or as a foundation

    Example Uses

    • The workers used a prop to hold the beam in place while they welded it
    • The actor used a prop sword in the play
    • The table needed a prop to stop it from wobbling

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    obstacle hindrance impediment barrier blockage snag hitch drawback disadvantage weakness vulnerability frailty feebleness instability uncertainty risk hazard danger threat opposition resistance counterbalance weight load burden pressure strain stress

    Related Nouns

    support structure framework foundation base pedestal column pillar post beam girder joist rafter timber propeller lever fulcrum wedge block cushion bolster reinforcement anchor fastener clamp grip handle

    Related Verbs

    support hold sustain uphold maintain reinforce strengthen stabilize steady balance brace buttress shore stay prop up underpin anchor fasten clamp grip handle

    Related Adjectives

    supportive structural foundational basal columnar pillar-like post-like beam-like girder-like joist-like rafter-like timber-like propeller-like lever-like fulcrum-like wedge-like block-like cushion-like bolster-like reinforcing anchoring fastening clamping gripping handling stabilizing steadying balancing bracing buttressing shoring staying