props

Noun

 * 1)  A game of chance using four seashells (each called a prop).
 * 1)  A game of chance using four seashells (each called a prop).

Etymology 2
From, as in "proper respect" or "proper recognition".

Noun

 * 1)  Respect for, or recognition of, another person; an expression of approval or a special acknowledgment; accolades; praise.
 * I've got to give props to Roger for the way he handled that situation.
 * 1) * 2007, (speaking at Google on November 14, 2007Candidates at Google: Barack ObamaPublic Policy Blog. Candidates at Google: Barack Obama)
 * I also want to acknowledge state senator Elaine Alquist who is here... I always want to give her her props.

Interjection

 * 1)  An acclamation of respect or recognition.

Etymology
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Noun

 * , respect