PROP
/pɹɒp/
4 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of PROP
An object placed against or under another, to support it; anything that supports.
"They stuck a block of wood under it as a prop."
The player on either side of the hooker in a scrum.
One of the seashells in the game of props.
(sometimes figurative) To support or shore up something.
"Try using a phone book to prop up the table where the foot is missing."
To play rugby in the prop position
(usually with "up" - see prop up) To position the feet of (a person) while sitting, lying down, or reclining so that the knees are elevated at a higher level.
An item placed on a stage or set to create a scene or scenario in which actors perform.
"They used the trophy as a prop in the movie."
An item placed within an advertisement in order to suggest a style of living etc.
Examples of PROP in a Sentence
- "They stuck a block of wood under it as a prop."
- "Try using a phone book to prop up the table where the foot is missing."
- "They used the trophy as a prop in the movie."
Word Details
Is PROP a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PROP is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: Short words like PROP are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.
Letter Values for PROP
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | r | o | p | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PROP
5 words from the letters in PROP
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use PROP in Word Games
PROP is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Short word advantage: PROP is only 4 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble PROP to find 5 additional valid words.