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Meaning of the word cope in English

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cope

US /koʊp/
UK /kəʊp/
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Verb

deal effectively with something difficult

Example:
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It's hard to cope with the loss of a loved one.
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She's learning to cope with stress.
Synonym:
manage handle deal with get by survive

Noun

a long, loose outer garment, especially one worn by a priest or chorister

Example:
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The priest wore a ceremonial cope during the service.
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The choir members were dressed in their white copes.
Synonym:
cloak mantle robe vestment
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