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Lop: meaning, definitions and examples

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lop

 

[ lษ’p ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

cutting branches

To lop means to cut off or remove branches or limbs from a tree or shrub. This term is often used in gardening and landscaping to refer to the process of pruning plants for healthier growth or aesthetic purposes. Lopping can also refer to cutting something off abruptly or in a careless manner. The practice is generally done with the aim of managing growth or improving the shape of a plant. It is important to use the correct tools to avoid damaging the plant.

Synonyms

cut, prune, trim

Examples of usage

  • I need to lop the overgrown branches of the tree.
  • After lopping the bushes, they look much neater.
  • They decided to lop off the dead limbs to encourage new growth.
Context #2 | Noun

branch cut

A lop, in this context, refers to a cut branch or a piece that has been removed from a tree or shrub during the lopping process. It is often used to describe the remnants of pruning efforts which may be disposed of afterward. Lops can vary in size and may also be used as firewood or mulch. The term is less common but is still recognized in gardening discussions.

Synonyms

branch, cut off, limb

Examples of usage

  • We collected the lops for the bonfire.
  • Make sure to clear away any lops after gardening.
  • These lops can be used for kindling.

Translations

Translations of the word "lop" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lop

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเฅ‰เคช

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช lop

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lop

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะพะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ lop

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒญใƒƒใƒ—

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lop

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lop

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท lop

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋กœํ”„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ูˆุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lop

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lop

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅˆ‡

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ lop

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lop

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปะพะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒแƒžแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lop

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lop

Etymology

The word 'lop' originates from the Old English term 'loppian', which meant 'to cut off' or 'to remove'. It is likely influenced by similar words in Middle Dutch and Middle Low German, which also pertained to the act of cutting or severing limbs. Over the centuries, 'lop' has evolved to specifically denote the practice in horticulture of pruning trees and shrubs, reflecting agrarian practices that date back to ancient times. The inclusion of the term in gardening vernacular signifies its integral role in maintaining plant health and aesthetics, as well as the broader relationship humans have had with cultivating their environment.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,062, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.