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1pop–up
noun \ˈpäp-ˌəp\
computers : a window that appears on the screen over other windows or documents and that often advertises something
Full Definition of POP-UP
1
: pop fly
2
: a component or device that pops up
3
: a pop-up book
4
: a pop-up window on a computer screen
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First Known Use of POP-UP
1906
2pop–up
adjective
: having a picture that stands up when a page is opened
computers : appearing on the screen over another window or document
Full Definition of POP-UP
1
: of, relating to, or having a component or device that pops up <a pop–up book>
2
: appearing suddenly on a computer screen <a pop–up window>
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First Known Use of POP-UP
1934
POP-UP Defined for Kids
1pop–up
noun \ˈpäp-ˌəp\
Definition of POP-UP for Kids
: a window that appears suddenly on a computer screen often for advertising
2pop–up
adjective
Definition of POP-UP for Kids
1
: relating to or having a part or device that pops up <a pop-up book>
2
: appearing suddenly on a computer screen <pop-up ads>
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