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Verb — To dip or soak something, especially bread, in a liquid.

How to use sop

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Etymology

From Old English sopa, "a piece of bread soaked in liquid" — related to "sup" and a doublet of "soup."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “sop” mean?

The word “sop” means to dip or soak something, especially bread, in a liquid. In plain terms, to soak something in liquid, or a small concession given to calm someone down.

How do you pronounce “sop”?

“Sop” is pronounced sop (/sɑp/ in IPA).

How do you use “sop” in a sentence?

Here is “sop” used in a sentence: “He sopped up the last of the gravy with a piece of bread.”

What part of speech is “sop”?

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

Where does the word “sop” come from?

The word “sop” comes from Old English. From Old English sopa, "a piece of bread soaked in liquid" — related to "sup" and a doublet of "soup.".

How many meanings does “sop” have?

“Sop” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to dip or soak something, especially bread, in a liquid.

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