lollipop
Lollipop (noun) means a piece of hard candy fixed on a stick. Example: “The kids picked out lollipops in every colour at the fair.”
How to use lollipop
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA round candy on a stick — or anything shaped like one.
Word forms
lollipopped past tense, lollipops plural, lollipops singular
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The kids picked out _____ in every colour at the fair.
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.
Synonyms
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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.
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