1. plural of cop; police officers
Usage: informal

1. third person singular present of cop; to catch or arrest
Usage: informal
2. third person singular present of cop; to obtain or get
Usage: informal

Examples

• The cops arrived at the scene within minutes.
• Two cops were patrolling the neighborhood.
• He cops an attitude whenever he’s criticized.
• She always cops the best parking spot.
• The security guard cops a feel of authority.
• Local cops are investigating the break-in.
• He cops out of difficult situations.