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american copper

/əˈmɛrɪkən ˈkɒpər/

Tradução: Gíria americana antiga para policial, derivada do termo britânico 'copper', que designa quem prende ou detém criminosos.

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/əˈmɛrɪkən ˈkɒpər/slangamericanobsoleto
  • ptGíria americana antiga para policial, derivada do termo britânico 'copper', que designa quem prende ou detém criminosos.

An obsolete American slang term for a police officer, derived from the British slang 'copper' meaning one who cops or catches criminals.

  1. A type of butterflyC1formalamerican

    A small, brightly colored butterfly (Lycaena phlaeas) found in North America, known for its copper-colored wings.

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    • The American copper butterfly is often seen in meadows and gardens.
    • I spotted an American copper resting on a wildflower.
    • American coppers are known for their rapid, erratic flight.