pops

American

[pops] / pɒps /

adjective

of or relating to a symphony orchestra specializing in popular or light classical music.

Thursday is pops night on the concert series.

noun

(used with a singular verb) Pops, a symphony orchestra specializing in popular and light classical music.

When you're in Boston be sure to hear the Pops.

Etymology

Origin of pops

First recorded in 1955–60; pop ²

Example Sentences

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Around the world, the plinks and pops of pickleball have spawned outrage, provoking protests and even lawsuits.

From Barron's

He is shouting over the hum of the pill presser, a machine that resembles a Dalek, which pops out dozens of small, white magnesium tablets a second.

From BBC

The expert’s analysis couldn’t positively identify gunshots fired from outside the truck, but it detected three faint pops.

From The Wall Street Journal

It’s less about top of the pops and more about having a very loyal fan base, which I prioritize above everything else.

From Los Angeles Times

Pastas, curries, stews, really indulgent bowls of oatmeal; many with their requisite pops of green.

From Salon

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