popup

noun
UK /ˈpɒp.ʌp/
US /ˈpɑːp.ʌp/

A popup is a little window that suddenly appears on your screen.

A popup appeared while I was playing my game.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A book with folded parts that stand up when you open it.

She loves the popup book with the castle that rises from the page.

3. A shop or restaurant that is open for only a short time.

We visited a popup cafe that only stays for one weekend.

4. Something that stands up or appears suddenly.

The popup tent was ready in seconds.