props

noun

ˈpräps 

plural in form but usually singular in construction

1

slang : due sense a

takes pains to give the man his props

—Dan Epstein

2

slang : respect

teachers have to earn their props just like everybody else

—Greg Donaldson

3

slang : credit sense 6b

at least deserves props for writing a song about something that rings true

—Jim Abbott

Synonyms

• acclaim
• accolade
• applause
• bay(s)
• credit
• distinction
• glory
• homage
• honor
• kudos
• laud
• laurels
• réclame
• sun

Examples of props in a Sentence

never got the props he deserved for being one of the pioneers of rap

Word History

Etymology

short for proper dues

First Known Use

1990, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Phrases Containing props

• mad props