copper

US /ˈkɑː.pɚ/
UK /ˈkɑː.pɚ/
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a reddish-brown metallic element that is an excellent conductor of heat and electricity.

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Electrical wires are often made of copper.
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Ancient civilizations used copper for tools and ornaments.
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a reddish-brown color, like that of the metal.

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Her hair was a beautiful shade of copper.
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The sunset painted the clouds in shades of orange and copper.
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(informal, British) a police officer.

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The copper on the beat gave me directions.
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Watch out, there's a copper coming!
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to cover or coat with copper.

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The roof of the old building was coppered to prevent leaks.
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The artisan carefully coppered the intricate design onto the vase.
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made of or colored like copper.

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She wore a beautiful copper necklace.
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The old pot had a lovely copper sheen.