propping

UK
/ˈprɒpɪŋ/
US
/ˈprɑpɪŋ/

Übersetzungen

proppingsubstantiv
The propping of the old building was necessary to prevent it from collapsing.
Подпорка старого здания была необходима, чтобы предотвратить его обрушение.
proppinggerundium / partizip präsens
UK
/ˈprɒpɪŋ/
US
/ˈprɑːpɪŋ/
Used attributively to describe something that provides support.
propverb

propping

Gerundium

propped
Präteritum
propped
Partizip Perfekt
propping
Gerundium
UK
/prɒp/
US
/prɑp/
He used a stick to prop the door open.
Он использовал палку, чтобы подпереть дверь.
Synonyme
hold up
prop up

Definitionen

proppingsubstantiv
The act of supporting or holding something up with a prop or support.
The propping of the old building was necessary to prevent it from collapsing.
proppinggerundium / partizip präsens
Serving or used to prop or support; providing support.
The propping beams kept the roof from sagging.
propverb
To support or keep something from falling by placing something under or against it.
She propped the ladder against the wall to reach the top shelf.
To sustain or bolster something, often used metaphorically.
The government decided to prop up the failing economy with a stimulus package.