Pop-up ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Pop-up ( adjective )

1. Appearing suddenly and usually unexpectedly.
2. Describing a temporary shop, exhibit, or event that appears and disappears quickly.

Origin:

From the phrasal verb 'pop up', emerged in the 1930s.

Examples:

1. We encountered a pop-up thunderstorm on our hike.
2. A pop-up window appeared on the screen with a message from the website.
3. The city has become known for its pop-up art exhibitions and installations.
4. I love trying out the new restaurants that pop up around town.
5. The store is having a pop-up sale for the weekend.

(As a noun)

Pop-up ( noun )

1. Appearing suddenly and usually unexpectedly.
2. Describing a temporary shop, exhibit, or event that appears and disappears quickly.

Origin:

From the phrasal verb 'pop up', emerged in the 1930s.

Examples:

1. We encountered a pop-up thunderstorm on our hike.
2. A pop-up window appeared on the screen with a message from the website.
3. The city has become known for its pop-up art exhibitions and installations.
4. I love trying out the new restaurants that pop up around town.
5. The store is having a pop-up sale for the weekend.