General
op shop
What does op shop mean?
An opportunity shop selling second-hand goods for charity; 'op shopping' is thrifting.
"Found this jacket at the op shop for five bucks."
Origin
Clipping of 'opportunity shop'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'op shop' mean?
It's the Australian term for a charity or thrift shop selling donated second-hand goods, short for 'opportunity shop'.
What is 'op shopping'?
Op shopping is browsing op shops for bargains, the Aussie equivalent of thrifting.
Where does the word 'op shop' come from?
It's a clipping of 'opportunity shop', a name charities used to signal both a bargain opportunity and a chance to support a good cause.
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