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pap

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Noun — A soft, mushy food, especially one given to babies or the sick.

Etymology

From Middle English pap, related to similar words across Germanic and Romance languages for soft food — likely originating in baby-talk.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “pap” mean?

The word “pap” means a soft, mushy food, especially one given to babies or the sick. In plain terms, soft baby food, shallow entertainment, or (as slang) a tabloid photographer.

How do you pronounce “pap”?

“Pap” is pronounced pap (/pæp/ in IPA).

How do you use “pap” in a sentence?

Here is “pap” used in a sentence: “The nurse fed the patient a bowl of pap after his surgery.”

What part of speech is “pap”?

Depending on how it is used, “pap” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “pap” come from?

The word “pap” comes from Middle English. From Middle English pap, related to similar words across Germanic and Romance languages for soft food — likely originating in baby-talk.

Is “pap” a common word?

“Pap” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “pap” have?

“Pap” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a soft, mushy food, especially one given to babies or the sick.

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