flop
Origin of flop
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What does flop mean?
To flop is to plump down or fall suddenly, often making a noise, as in After the long hike, Sasha flopped on the grass to rest.
To flop can also mean to drop something with a sudden bump, as in Dola flopped her books to the floor to make room on the desk.
To flop also means to fail completely, as in The new play flopped because the actors didn’t know their lines and no one came after opening night.
Flop can be used as a noun to refer to any of these actions, as well.
Example: I flopped on the couch after a long day of work.
Where does flop come from?
The first records of the term flop come from around 1595. It is a variant of the word flap. It was first used to mean “a failure” around 1890.
Flop’s main sense relates to a sudden fall, but this can be used broadly. For example, the term flip-flop means “to change suddenly,” as well as a type of sandal that creates a flopping sound when you walk in them. Flop often describes someone laying down to rest or sleep, but it can also describe a fall that is somewhat humorous. As a failure, flop often describes a product or business that is not well received.
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What are some other forms related to flop?
- flopper (noun)
- floppy (adjective)
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How is flop used in real life?
Flop is frequently used to mean failure.
Well, if you’re going to have a flop, make sure your name is on it at least 4x. I’m proud of #CharliesAngels and happy it’s in the world.
— Elizabeth Banks (@ElizabethBanks) November 18, 2019
if y'all let Kesha's album flop i will never forgive u
— elijah daniel (@elijahdaniel) July 14, 2017
Papers, presentations, finals, planning Thanksgiving and Lyric’s Birthday…I’m ready to flop on the couch and have a cheat day. #Pooped
— Beth Copeland (@TheBethPhoenix) November 22, 2017
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Is flop used correctly in the following sentence?
“Oba was so excited that she flopped up from her chair and danced around.