prop
柯林斯词典
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
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
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
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
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
...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
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prop /prɒp/ (propping,propped,props)
剑桥词典
- to support something physically , often by leaning it against something else or putting something under it
支撑；支持
I propped my bike (up) against the wall . 我把自行车靠在墙上。
She was sitting at the desk with her chin propped on her hands . 她双手托着下巴坐在书桌旁。
This window keeps on closing - I'll have to prop it open with something. 这扇窗老是自己关上——我得用什么东西撑着让它开着。