Definition

To fall or drop down suddenly and heavily, often making a sound like something hitting water.

Example

The stone plopped into the pond with a splash.

Tense Forms

Conversation

After a long day, I just want to plop down on the couch and relax.

That sounds perfect! I feel the same way after work.

I can already imagine how nice it will be to just plop down and forget everything.

Exactly! Let's make some popcorn and enjoy a movie.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A sound made when something falls or drops heavily into a liquid or onto a surface.

Example

I heard a loud plop when the stone hit the water.

Conversation

Did you hear that strange plop sound outside?

Yeah, I did! It sounded like something fell in the water.

I wonder what it was; it really caught my attention.

Definition

To drop something heavily so that it makes a sound like 'plop'.

Example

He plopped the bag on the table with a loud thud.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I just saw my little brother plop down on the couch after school.

Ha! Sounds like he had a long day.

Yeah, he just plopped himself down and sighed.

Root Explanation

The word 'plop' originates from the sound it represents, imitating the noise made when something falls into liquid. It is an example of onomatopoeia, where the word's formation is based on the sound associated with the action.

Memory Tip

Imagine the sound of something dropping into water — that's the 'plop' you hear, which helps you remember that 'plop' describes that specific noise.

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