Yes, hops is a Scrabble word!

Verb

1. Jump lightly

2. Move quickly from one place to another

3. Travel by means of an aircraft, bus, etc.

4. Traverse as if by a short airplane trip

5. Jump across

6. Make a jump forward or upward

Noun

1. Twining perennials having cordate leaves and flowers arranged in conelike spikes; the dried flowers of this plant are used in brewing to add the characteristic bitter taste to beer

2. The act of hopping; jumping upward or forward (especially on one foot)

3. Twining perennials having cordate leaves and flowers arranged in conelike spikes; the dried flowers of this plant are used in brewing to add the characteristic bitter taste to beer

4. An informal dance where popular music is played