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american copper

/əˈmɛrɪkən ˈkɒpər/

翻译: 美国英语中过时的俚语,指警察,源自英国俚语“copper”(抓捕或拘留罪犯的人)。

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/əˈmɛrɪkən ˈkɒpər/slangamerican已废弃
  • zh美国英语中过时的俚语,指警察,源自英国俚语“copper”(抓捕或拘留罪犯的人)。

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.

    zh美洲铜灰蝶

    • 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.