Copped: meaning, definitions and examples

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copped

 

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Verb
Context #1 | Verb

slang use

In slang, 'copped' refers to the act of acquiring or obtaining something, often used in the context of purchasing items, particularly in street culture. The term implies a sense of casualness or coolness regarding the transaction. It is commonly associated with buying clothes or illegal substances.

Synonyms

acquired, got, grabbed, secured.

Examples of usage

  • I just copped a new pair of sneakers.
  • He copped some fresh gear from the drop.
  • Did you hear she copped tickets to the concert?
  • They copped a couple of beers for the party.
Context #2 | Verb

detective language

'Copped' can also refer to a situation where someone is caught or arrested, especially in law enforcement terminology. It often describes the moment of being taken into custody or apprehended by authorities.

Synonyms

apprehended, captured, caught.

Examples of usage

  • He copped a plea deal with the prosecutor.
  • The suspect was copped last night.
  • She copped to the crime during questioning.

Translations

Translations of the word "copped" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น capturado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเฅ‹เคฐเฅ€ เค•เคฟเคฏเคพ เค—เคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช geklaut

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dicuri

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะบั€ะฐะดะตะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ skradziony

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็›—ใพใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท volรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ robado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงalฤฑnmฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ›”์นœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุณุฑูˆู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ukradenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ukradnutรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ขซๅท

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ukraden

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stoliรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ าฑั€ะปะฐะฝา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒขแƒแƒชแƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ oฤŸurlanmฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ robado

Etymology

The term 'copped' has its roots in the game of cops and robbers, encapsulating the idea of obtaining or catching. Tracing back to the 19th century, the original word 'cop' came from the English slang meaning to seize or catch. It is derived from the Latin word 'capere', which means to seize or take. Over time, 'cop' evolved into a more colloquial term used in various contexts, particularly within urban cultures where acquiring items (such as clothing or drugs) is a common theme. Its usage has expanded over the decades, integrating into the vernacular of not just criminal activities but also popular culture, especially among younger generations who use it in contexts of acquisition, particularly concerning fashion and music. The evolution reflects a broader trend in language where terms from law enforcement blend into everyday slang, emphasizing the dynamic nature of language.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,219, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.