copper

[ˈkɒpə]

copper Definition

• 1. a reddish-brown metal, the chemical element of atomic number 29.
• 2. a police officer.

Using copper: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "copper" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The statue was made of copper.

• Example

  The copper wiring in the house was stolen.

• Example

  The police sent a copper to investigate the crime scene.

• Example

  The copper arrested the thief.

copper Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for copper

• cop
• Cu
• police officer

Phrases with copper

• copper-bottomed

  reliable and secure

  Example

  The deal was a copper-bottomed investment.

• copper-fastened

  made certain; secured

  Example

  The contract was copper-fastened with a non-disclosure agreement.

• copper kettle

  rhyming slang for 'a little'

  Example

  Could I have a copper kettle of milk, please?

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Summary: copper in Brief

The term 'copper' [ˈkɒpə] refers to a reddish-brown metal, as well as a slang term for a police officer. It is used in phrases like 'copper-bottomed,' meaning reliable and secure, and 'copper-fastened,' meaning made certain or secured. 'Copper' is also part of rhyming slang, as in 'copper kettle' for 'a little.'