prop

• Nom avec plusieurs sens : support placé sous ou contre quelque chose pour l'empêcher de trembler ou de tomber ; tout objet mobile utilisé sur un plateau de théâtre ou de cinéma ; ou hélice qui tourne pour se propulser dans l'air.

A noun with multiple meanings: a support placed beneath or against something to keep it from shaking or falling; any movable articles or objects used on the set of a play or movie; or a propeller that rotates to push against air.

1. Physical supportB1formal

   An object placed under or against something to hold it steady and prevent it from moving or collapsing.

   Support physique

   • He used a wooden prop to keep the shelf from falling.
   • The tent was held up by several metal props.
   • A prop was placed under the sagging beam.

   Synonymesblockbracebuttresspillarpostshimstaystrutsupportwedge

2. Theatrical objectB1formalart

   Any movable item used on stage or in a film to enhance the setting or action.

   Accessoire de théâtre

   • The actor picked up a fake sword from the prop table.
   • The stage was filled with props like chairs and lamps.
   • She carefully arranged the props before the scene started.

   Synonymesaccessorypropertyset piece

3. Propeller (short form)B2informaltechnical

   A rotating blade device that pushes against air or water to create motion, commonly used on aircraft or boats.

   Hélice (forme courte de propeller)

   • The plane's prop spun faster as it prepared for takeoff.
   • He checked the boat's prop for damage.
   • The engine noise came from the spinning prop.

   Synonymesairscrewpropellerscrew

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action de soutenir ou de maintenir quelque chose dans une position donnée, souvent en plaçant un objet en dessous ou à côté.

A verb used to indicate the act of supporting or holding something in position, often by placing something underneath or against it.

1. Support or hold upB1formal

   To support something by placing it against a solid object or by using a prop.

   Étayer, soutenir

   • He propped the ladder against the wall.
   • She propped her feet up on the ottoman.
   • The workers propped the heavy beam with wooden supports.

   Synonymesbolsterbracebuttresshold upshorestaysupportsustainunderpin

2. Maintain or sustainB2formal

   To keep something in a certain state or position, often by providing support.

   Maintenir en place

   • The government propped up the failing industry with subsidies.
   • He propped himself up on his elbows to see better.
   • The team propped up their morale with a few wins.

   Synonymesbolsterbracebuttresshold upshore upsupportsustainunderpin

Variantes phrasalprop up