What is another word for props?

Pronunciation: [pɹˈɒps] (IPA)

"Props" is a colloquialism that has been used for decades in various forms of entertainment as a shortening for the theatrical term "properties." While its definition has expanded to include acknowledgments, positive reinforcement, and admiration, there are many other synonyms that effectively capture the multifunctional essence of the word. Terms like "accolades," "commendation," "recognition," "laurels," and "applause" all serve as perfect replacements for "props" when referring to praise and recognition. Additionally, "accessories," "equipment," "stagecraft," and "stage properties" are ideal synonyms for the word when relating to physical objects utilized in performance and production.

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Usage examples for Props

For she had so just a knowledge of the functions and possibilities of love in human life that he could never presume upon the absence of those props.
"Command"
William McFee
The lie he was thus trying to defend was, that I was insane, when I was not, and all this gigantic frame work of certificates and testimony became necessary as props to sustain it.
"Marital Power Exemplified in Mrs. Packard's Trial, and Self-Defence from the Charge of Insanity"
Elizabeth Parsons Ware Packard
Like the house built upon a rock, it needs no props, no certificates, to sustain it.
"Marital Power Exemplified in Mrs. Packard's Trial, and Self-Defence from the Charge of Insanity"
Elizabeth Parsons Ware Packard

Famous quotes with Props

  • I love to come in and play with a wig or glasses or clothes. I love using props. I'm from the Peter Sellers school of trying to prepare for the character.
    Dan Aykroyd
  • The main prank that we play with props is for people's birthdays. The special effects people will put a little explosive in the cake so it blows up in their face - that's always fun to play on a guest star, or one of the trainees or someone who's new.
    Catherine Bell
  • I watched a couple of really bad directors work, and I saw how they completely botched it up and missed the visual opportunities of the scene when we had put things in front of them as opportunities. Set pieces, props and so on.
    James Cameron
  • Of course voting is useful. But then again, I don't put a big glow to it. Voting is about as essential as washing yourself. It's something you're supposed to do. Now, you can't go around bragging, expecting to get props because you voted. That's stupid.
    Chuck D.
  • We don't see the people who are doing real things getting enough props. We often see politicians who are everywhere but nowhere at the same goddamn time. You know the kind of person: You see them everywhere on television but nowhere in front of your face.
    Chuck D.

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