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Definition of lollipop

lollipop

/ˈlɑː.li.pɑːp/
lol · li · pop
Plural:lollipops
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lollipop Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A piece of hard, sweet candy attached to the end of a stick, designed to be licked or sucked.

Example

"The pediatrician offered the young girl a cherry lollipop as a reward for being brave during her vaccination."

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• Nearby Words

lohit
loincloth
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Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the late 18th century, derived from the northern English dialect word 'lolly' (meaning 'tongue') and 'pop' (meaning 'slap' or 'strike'), likely referring to the action of the tongue against the candy.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lollipop. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lollipop
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