cop

US /kɑːp/
UK /kɑːp/
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1.

a police officer

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The cop directed traffic at the busy intersection.
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He was pulled over by a cop for speeding.
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police officerpolicemanpolicewomanofficerconstable
1.

to catch or arrest (a criminal or suspect)

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The police managed to cop the suspect after a long chase.
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He was copped for shoplifting.
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arrestapprehendcaptureseizenab
2.

to take or obtain something

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Can you cop me a drink from the fridge?
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He tried to cop a feel, but she pushed him away.
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getobtainacquiresecuregrab