have a pop at
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Meaning · English
To attack or start a fight with something or someone.
Register: slang
Examples
I called this guy gay, and then he had a pop at me.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “have a pop at” mean?
To attack or start a fight with something or someone.
Is “have a pop at” formal or informal?
have a pop at is generally slang.