pops

n an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk n a sweet drink containing carbonated water and flavoring n a sharp explosive sound as from a gunshot or drawing a cork n music of general appeal to teenagers; a bland watered-down version of rock'n'roll with more rhythm and harmony and an emphasis on romantic love v bulge outward v hit a pop-fly v make a sharp explosive noise v fire a weapon with a loud explosive noise v cause to make a sharp explosive sound v appear suddenly or unexpectedly v put or thrust suddenly and forcefully v release suddenly v hit or strike v drink down entirely v take drugs, especially orally v cause to burst with a loud, explosive sound v burst open with a sharp, explosive sound