prop
[NOUN, VERB]
props
1. [C 可数名词] 支撑物
A prop is a stick or other object that you use to support something.
双语例句
例：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。
2. [C 可数名词] 支柱
To be a prop for a system, institution, or person means to be the main thing that keeps them strong or helps them survive.
双语例句
例：The army is one of the main props of the government.
军队是政府的主要支柱之一。
3. [C 可数名词] （戏剧或电影中的）道具
The props in a play or film are all the objects or pieces of furniture that are used in it.
双语例句
例：the backdrop and props for a stage show.
一场舞台剧的背景幕和道具。
NOUN. 名词
prop up
1. [PHRASAL 短语] 架 , 撑（同）prop）
Prop up means the same as prop.
双语例句
例：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。
2. [PHRASAL 短语] 支撑 , 维持
To prop up something means to support it or help it to survive.
双语例句
例：Investments in the US money market have propped up the American dollar.
对美国货币市场的投资一直在支撑着美元。
PHRASAL VERB. 短语动词
props , propping , propped
1. [T 及物动词] 架 , 搁
If you prop an object on or against something, you support it by putting something underneath it or by resting it somewhere.
双语例句
例：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。
VERB. 动词
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