Prop

usgb/prɑːp/
noun

A support placed under or against something to keep it from falling or shaking.

The old building was held up by wooden props.
Visual representation of "prop" - A support placed under or against something to keep it from falling or shaking.

Often appears as...

  • supporting prop
  • wooden prop
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Physical Stability

Refers to an object that literally keeps other objects from moving or falling.

Illustration for Physical Stability
We used large rocks as props to prevent the tent from collapsing.
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Temporary Solution

Often used for provisional or makeshift support, not a permanent fix.

Illustration for Temporary Solution
They propped up the damaged fence with spare planks for now.
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