D.O.P.

¹ American  

abbreviation

Photography.

1. developing-out paper.

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dop ² American  

[dop] / dɒp /

noun

1. a tool for holding gemstones for cutting or polishing.

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dop British  

/ dɒp /

noun

1. a tot or small drink, usually alcoholic

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verb

1. to fail to reach the required standard in (an examination, course, etc)

Etymology

Origin of dop

1690–1700; < Dutch: shell, pod, cover

Example Sentences

Only one certified D.O.P. — “designation of protected origin,” the European Union’s stamp of authenticity — was included in the tasting.

From New York Times

San Marzano D.O.P. tomatoes in juice.

From New York Times

My favored Centos are currently not using the D.O.P. label, though they claim to follow the guidelines.

From Washington Post

About those San Marzanos: Like many traditional European foods, authentic San Marzanos have been granted D.O.P. status, meaning they are allowed to display a special mark certifying they are a specific tomato type, grown in a designated area under strict guidelines for cultivating, harvesting and packing.

From Washington Post

The D.O.P. system is a way of controlling the quality of the product and its ability to command a higher price.

From Washington Post