simple past tense and past participle of pop the question

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of pop the question

a question that can only be responded to with a set number of answers (typically 'yes' and 'no')

(law) An issue that has not been predetermined and authoritatively answered by the law.

(law) An issue to be decided by the judge, concerning the application or interpretation of the law.

Synonym of tag question

Synonym of Fermi problem

(now offensive) Dated form of Black Question.

(historical) The question of and debate over the appropriate status and treatment of black people in society, particularly in the Western world.

(Britain, law) The anomaly whereby Scottish MPs can vote on issues affecting England, but English MPs cannot vote on Scottish issues.