lollipop
5 synonyms for lollipop, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A piece of hard candy fixed on a stick.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use lollipop
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
suck a lollipop
a lollipop stick
cherry-flavoured lollipop
Etymology
Likely formed from "loll" ("to hang loosely," as the tongue does) plus "pop," first recorded in 1784; possibly influenced by "lolly," an old word for the tongue or head.
Full origin of lollipop →Frequently asked questions
What does “lollipop” mean?
The word “lollipop” means a piece of hard candy fixed on a stick. In plain terms, a round candy on a stick — or anything shaped like one.
How do you pronounce “lollipop”?
“Lollipop” is pronounced LOL-ee-pop (/ˈlɑ.li.pɑp/ in IPA).
How do you use “lollipop” in a sentence?
Here is “lollipop” used in a sentence: “The kids picked out lollipops in every colour at the fair.”
What part of speech is “lollipop”?
“Lollipop” is a noun.
Where does the word “lollipop” come from?
The word “lollipop” dates back to around 1784. Likely formed from "loll" ("to hang loosely," as the tongue does) plus "pop," first recorded in 1784; possibly influenced by "lolly," an old word for the tongue or head.
Is “lollipop” a common word?
“Lollipop” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “lollipop” have?
“Lollipop” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a piece of hard candy fixed on a stick.
