bolster vs prop
prop vs bolsterbolster and prop both are nouns.
bolster and prop both are verbs.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| bolster | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| prop | Yes | No | Yes | No |
As verbs,
prop is a hypernym of
bolster; that is, prop is a
word with a broader meaning than bolster:
- bolster: prop up with a pillow or bolster
- prop: support by placing against something solid or rigid
| bolster (noun) | prop (noun) |
|---|---|
| a pillow that is often put across a bed underneath the regular pillows | a support placed beneath or against something to keep it from shaking or falling |
| a propeller that rotates to push against air | |
| any movable articles or objects used on the set of a play or movie |
| bolster (verb) | prop (verb) |
|---|---|
| add padding to | support by placing against something solid or rigid |
| support and strengthen | |
| prop up with a pillow or bolster |
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