Meaning of the word bopping in English

What does bopping mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bopping

US /ˈbɑpɪŋ/
UK /ˈbɒpɪŋ/

Verb

1.

dancing to popular music, typically in a lively and informal way

Example:
They were all bopping to the beat of the music.
The kids were bopping around the living room.
2.

hitting someone lightly and quickly

Example:
He was bopping his brother on the head with a pillow.
The cat was bopping at the dangling toy.