Definitions

1. noun

a sudden, sharp, explosive sound; a brief burst of sound, especially the sound made by opening a bottle or can of soda

“The pop of the balloon startled the children.”

2. verb

to make a sudden, sharp, explosive sound; to burst or explode with a sharp, sudden noise

“The firework will pop in the sky tonight.”

3. verb

to become popular or well-known suddenly

“The new singer will pop on the music scene soon.”

4. noun

a style of music, especially one that is characterized by its use of electronic dance music elements and often features catchy melodies and rhythms

“The pop concert was a huge success.”

5. adjective

relating to the style of music that is characterized by its use of electronic dance music elements and often features catchy melodies and rhythms

“The pop band’s new album is a hit.”