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copper

/ˈkɔp.ə/

noun

Meaning

  • A reddish-brown, malleable, ductile metallic element with high electrical and thermal conductivity, symbol Cu, and atomic number 29.

  • The reddish-brown colour/color of copper.

  • Any of various specialized items that are made of copper, where the use of copper is either traditional or vital to the function of the item.

  • Any of various lycaenid butterflies with copper-coloured upperwings, especially those of the genera Lycaena and Paralucia.

Synonyms

chestnut,
russet

verb

Meaning

  • To sheathe or coat with copper.

adjective

Meaning

  • Made of copper.

  • Having the reddish-brown colour/color of copper.

Synonyms

coppery,
coppern