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fop

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Noun — A man who is excessively concerned with his clothes and appearance; a dandy.

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How to use fop

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a vain fop act like a fop

Old-fashioned and slightly mocking; you'll see it more in classic literature than everyday speech.

Etymology

From Middle English foppe, meaning "fool," related to German foppen, "to tease or mock."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “fop” mean?

The word “fop” means a man who is excessively concerned with his clothes and appearance; a dandy. In plain terms, a man who cares way too much about looking fashionable and stylish.

How do you pronounce “fop”?

“Fop” is pronounced fop (/fɑp/ in IPA).

How do you use “fop” in a sentence?

Here is “fop” used in a sentence: “He strutted into the ballroom like a fop, adjusting his lace cuffs.”

What part of speech is “fop”?

“Fop” is a noun.

Where does the word “fop” come from?

The word “fop” comes from Middle English. From Middle English foppe, meaning "fool," related to German foppen, "to tease or mock.".

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