Bop

/bɒp/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a quick, light blow or hit.

He gave the piñata a good bop with the stick.

a style of popular music characterized by a strong rhythm and simple melodies.

The new album features a number of upbeat bops that are perfect for summer.

a dance or lively motion, often associated with rhythm.

She loves to bop around the dance floor when her favorite song plays.

verb

to hit something lightly.

She bopped him on the head playfully.

to dance or move energetically.

They bopped along to the music all night long.

Origin unknown; possibly imitative of a light impact or bounce.

bop along:

To move or dance in a lively and carefree manner.

bop to the beat:

To move rhythmically to the music.

bop in:

To enter a place quickly and casually.

A great or popular song.

That new track is a real bop!

To leave quickly.

I'm going to bop out of here before the traffic hits.