Cop

Cop

British slang verb meaning to receive, acquire (also arrest).

Etymology & History

British police officer or catch. British dual law enforcement and obtaining meaning. 'The cops' British police. 'Cop for it' British get punished. Working-class British police slang. Reflects British police and punishment vocabulary.

Word Details

📍
Region
General British
📅
Era
Modern
✓
Language
Mild
💬
Formality
Slang
Categories:
Anglotopia's Dictionary of British English 2nd Edition Book Cover

Anglotopia's Dictionary of British English 2nd Edition

British Slang from A to Zed

By Jonathan Thomas

📚 Over 2,000+ British Slang Definitions!

Know Another Definition?

Share Your Knowledge

Your email address will not be published.