verb
cop
To get or receive something.
She cops a free ticket from a friend.
Etymology
Probably from an older verb for catching or seizing, commonly connected with Old French caper. The wider “get” sense extends taking hold.
More examples
- He copped a pair of sneakers at the sale.
- My brother cops the last slice of pizza before I reach the table.
- I managed to cop a seat near the front.
Forms
cop · cops · copped · copping