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pop vs popping

popping vs pop

pop and popping both are nouns.

pop is an adjective but popping is not an adjective.

pop is a verb but popping is not a verb.

pop is an adverb but popping is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
pop Yes Yes Yes Yes
popping Yes No No No
As nouns, pop and popping are synonyms defined as:
  • pop and popping: a sharp explosive sound as from a gunshot or drawing a cork
pop (noun) popping (noun)
music of general appeal to teenagers; a bland watered-down version of rock'n'roll with more rhythm and harmony and an emphasis on romantic love a sharp explosive sound as from a gunshot or drawing a cork
a sharp explosive sound as from a gunshot or drawing a cork
a sweet drink containing carbonated water and flavoring
an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk
pop (adjective) popping (adjective)
(of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people)
pop (verb) popping (verb)
burst open with a sharp, explosive sound
cause to burst with a loud, explosive sound
fire a weapon with a loud explosive noise
take drugs, especially orally
drink down entirely
hit a pop-fly
put or thrust suddenly and forcefully
hit or strike
release suddenly
bulge outward
make a sharp explosive noise
appear suddenly or unexpectedly; happen unexpectedly
cause to make a sharp explosive sound
pop (adverb) popping (adverb)
like a pop or with a pop
Difference between pop and popping

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