1. a person who copes; someone who deals with or manages difficulties
Usage: often used in phrases like 'good coper' or 'poor coper'
2. a horse that has been trained or broken in for riding
Usage: chiefly British, somewhat dated

Examples

• She's a good coper when it comes to stressful situations.
• He proved to be a poor coper with the demands of the new job.
• The trainer sold the coper to a local riding school.
• Some people are natural copers who handle adversity well.
• The old coper was gentle and reliable for beginners.