pops
[ pops ]
/ pɒps /
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adjective
of or relating to a symphony orchestra specializing in popular or light classical music: Thursday is pops night on the concert series.
noun
(often initial capital letter)(used with a singular verb) a symphony orchestra specializing in popular and light classical music: When you're in Boston be sure to hear the Pops.
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Origin of pops
First recorded in 1955–60; see origin at pop2
Words nearby pops
Poppy Day, poppy family, poppyhead, poppy red, poppy seed, pops, pop-shop, Popsicle, popster, popstrel, popsy
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