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propped

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈpɹɑpt// UK //pɹˈɒpt// propped

adj. leaning against something for support so that you do not fall over or move. You use this when you want to keep something in a specific position.

adj. supported or held in a specific position by being leaned against an object. Often used predicatively after linking verbs or as a participial adjective modifying a noun.


SIMPLE

He sat propped against the wall.

CONTEXTUAL

The patient remained propped up on several pillows to help him breathe more easily during the night.

COMPLEX

A single bicycle stood propped against the rusted gate, its presence the only sign that the abandoned farmhouse might still have a visitor.

Synonyms
Usage

Often followed by the prepositions 'up', 'against', or 'on'.

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