pap

1 of 2

noun (1)

ˈpap 

1

chiefly dialectal : nipple, teat

2

: something shaped like a nipple

pap

2 of 2

noun (2)

1

: a soft food (as for infants)

2

: political patronage

3

: something lacking solid value or substance

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

Middle English pappe; of imitative origin

Noun (2)

Middle English

First Known Use

Noun (1)

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun (2)

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

pap

noun

ˈpap

: soft or bland food for infants or invalids

Medical Definition

pap

noun

ˈpap 

: a soft food (as for infants)

Legal Definition

PAP

abbreviation

personal automobile policy