propers

See also: Propers

English

Etymology 1

Noun

propers

  1. plural of proper

Etymology 2

Elision and pluralisation of proper respect.

Noun

propers pl (plural only)

  1. (slang) Proper treatment, respect.
    • 1965, “Respect”, Otis Redding (music)‎[1]performed by Aretha Franklin, published 1967:
      I'm about to give you all my money / and all I'm asking in return, honey, / is to give me my propers when you get home.

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Pronunciation

  • Rhymes: -e(ɾ)s

Adjective

propers

  1. masculine plural of proper
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