Pops and tots (4)
I believe the answer is:
nips
This clue might be a double definition.
'pops' is the first definition.
The definition and answer can be both people as well as being plural nouns.
Perhaps they are linked in a way I don't understand?
'tots' is the second definition.
(I've seen this before)
'and' acts as a link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for nips that I've seen before include "Pinches - in the bud?" , "darts" , "Pinches - shots" , "Takes" , "Squeezes tightly between the fingers" .)