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   poppet

   /ˈpɒpɪt/

   noun

   • 1. an endearingly sweet or pretty child (often used as an affectionate form of address): informal British "‘Here you are, poppet,’ the nurse said"
   • 2. a small figure of a human being used in sorcery and witchcraft. historical
   • 3. a mushroom-shaped valve with a flat end piece that is lifted in and out of an opening by an axial rod.

   Word Origin late Middle English: based on Latin pup(p)a ‘girl, doll’. Compare with puppet.

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   What is a poppet noun?

   • Definition of poppet noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary used to talk to or about somebody you like or love, especially a child What a poppet she is! Don’t cry, poppet. Definition of poppet noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   What does come my poppet mean?

   • "Then she turned and said into the shadows ," Come, my poppet. 3 meanings: 1. a term of affection for a small child or sweetheart 2. Also called: poppet valve a mushroom-shaped valve that is.... Click for more definitions.

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   What is a poppet a picture of?

   • My poppet is a picture of health, vigor, and delightful naughtiness. She had a poppet of a child on one arm that sat up instead of leaning against her shoulder, and looked at me, too. So it was all well, but for the poppet. The accompanying sketch illustrates a two-cylinder single-acting, poppet valve steam engine of home construction.

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   What does a poppet symbolize?

   • A poppet, usually being “person-shaped”, often represents someone to whom the magickal working or spell is directed. that dreaded “voodoo doll”, the reality is poppets can represent any form of intent by its user, good or bad. Health, prosperity, protection, peace...all of these goals can correspond to the use of a poppet as well.

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3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishPOPPET | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Poppet is a noun that can mean a person, especially a child, that you like or love, or a type of valve in an engine. Learn how to use poppet in different contexts, see examples and find synonyms and related words.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › poppetPOPPET | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   Poppet is an informal term for a person, especially a child, that you like or love. It can also refer to a type of valve or a doll. Learn more about its usage, synonyms and translations in different languages.

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   Poppet can mean a doll, a marionette, a valve, or a support of a machine. Learn the synonyms, examples, and word history of poppet from Merriam-Webster dictionary.

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   Poppet is an informal word for somebody you like or love, especially a child. Learn how to say it, what it means and how to use it in sentences with Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary.

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   POPPET meaning: used to talk in a loving way to or about a child.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishPOPPET definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Poppet can mean a small child or sweetheart, a mushroom-shaped valve in an engine, or a supporting brace for a ship. Learn more about the word origin, usage, and related terms from Collins English Dictionary.

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   Jun 2, 2024 · poppet (plural poppets) (informal, term of endearment) An endearingly sweet or beautiful child. (informal, term of endearment) A young woman or girl.