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| group |
a small musical band, especially one that plays pop or jazz music. [1/4 definitions] |
| pop1 |
a soft drink; soda pop. [2/9 definitions] |
| pop2 |
(informal) relating to or performing popular music. The word "pop" is a short form of "popular." |
| pop concert |
a concert of pop music, usually played by a relatively small band, as compared with a full orchestra, and often accompanied by singers. [1/2 definitions] |
| popcorn |
a kind of corn whose kernels pop open into puffs when heated. [1/2 definitions] |
| pop fly |
in baseball, a high fly ball in or near the infield area, usu. one that can be caught easily; pop-up; pop. |
| popgun |
a toy gun from which a pellet or cork is shot by compressed air with a loud pop. |
| pop music |
popular music with, typically, a strong and singable tune, which is often accompanied by a rhythm suitable for informal dancing. It is usually performed by relatively small musical groups. Pop music is usually distinguished from classical music, religious music, jazz, and country music. |
| pop-up |
of, concerning, having, or being a part or device that pops up or causes something to pop up. [2/6 definitions] |
| soft drink |
a nonalcoholic beverage, esp. one that is carbonated; soda or soda pop. |
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