Meaning & Definition of word "Sop"
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Sop
/sɒp/
noun:
- 1. A piece of bread or other food soaked in liquid, especially in a dish.
- Example: He dipped the sop of bread into the gravy to soak up the flavor.
- 2. Something given to placate or appease someone.
- Example: The company's announcement was seen as a sop to its critics.
verb:
- 1. To soak (bread or food) in a liquid.
- Example: She decided to sop the bread in the soup to make it softer.
Etymology
Middle English 'soppe', from Old English 'soppian' meaning to soak or dip.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sop up:
To soak up a liquid with an absorbent material.
sop the bread:
To dip bread into a liquid for flavor or absorption.
take a sop:
To accept a small token or concession.
Related Words
bread:
A staple food made from flour and water, usually baked.
dip:
A liquid or semi-liquid food for dipping bread or vegetables.
soak:
To immerse in liquid for a period of time.
Slang Meanings of sop
Meaning: A weak or passive person.
Example Sentence: Don't be such a sop about the whole situation; stand up for yourself!
Meaning: A bribe or incentive to someone.
Example Sentence: He gave the official a sop to ensure his application was favored.