1. the dried flowers of a climbing plant used in brewing beer to add flavor and preserve it

1. third person singular present of hop; moves by jumping on one foot or with both feet together
2. third person singular present of hop; travels quickly or briefly
Usage: informal

Examples

• The brewery uses fresh hops to give their beer a bitter taste.
• Hops are harvested in late summer for beer production.
• The rabbit hops across the garden quickly.
• She hops on one foot during the game.
• He hops on the bus to get to work.
• The bird hops from branch to branch.
• The child hops excitedly when she sees the ice cream truck.