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I've been frustrated by the fact that those using this expression don't seem to know what it means or where it came from. From my internet research, the general consensus seems to be that "props" derives from "proper respect" and may have originated in the late 1990s in Black English. My opinion, though no one seems to share it, is that it derives from "approbation," an expression of approval, commendation, or praise.
Y says: The best place to find the origin or etymology of words is in the Oxford English Dictionary. According to that dictionary, when you put in the word "props", it does indeed tell us that this is a form of commendation. For the etymological meaning, it directs us to look under status number four of the word proper. And that definition is along the lines of: Quality of a person or intrinsic or inherent of. Proper used in this capacity dates back to at least 1340. There are many, many definitions of this word, the usage and examples of that usage.
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What does props mean in real estate?
'props' is short for 'properties'.
What does the slang word props mean?
"Props" are kudos, or acclaim/praise for doing something good. And "mad" means "a lot."So, "mad props" = a lot of praise/kudos.Examples1. Wow, you scored 3 hockey goals in a row - props!2. Woah, you convinced your girlfriend to let you go to Vegas for your birthday - mad props!
What does the word propped mean?
Props means proper respect or acknowledgement.
What nicknames does Renee Props go by?
Renee Props goes by Props.
What is the point of using props?
Well using props are a big part of any play or skit.Say,Twilight the movie.It needs all those props to look real.I mean it makes the background come alive.Makes it feel like you're really there.
How did props get its name?
by being props
Did buster keaton have any special props?
His porkpie hat was a prop always used in Buster Keatons. Other than that, there are no other recurring props. If you mean props to assist with stunts, there were none, he did all the stunts himself without any wires or aids.
Give a 5 letter word beginning with the letter 'P' that can mean accolade?
props
What is the birth name of Renee Props?
Renee Props's birth name is Props, Babette Renee.
What are the release dates for Props - 2007 Best of Props '10?
Props - 2007 Best of Props '10 was released on: USA: 29 January 2011
What does aretha Franklin mean when she says profits in the song respect?
This means give me my props. Or propers.
What does prop plot mean in theater terms?
A prop plot is used often by stage managers and directors in order to list and chart what props are needed scene by scene. Often, to avoid confusion; hand props, set props, and decorative props will be marked in different colors. The plot may include which character handles each prop and a short description of the scene that the prop is included in.
