cope

Meaning

Verb

1. To deal effectively with something, especially if difficult.
2. To cut and form a mitred joint in wood or metal.
3. To clip the beak or talons of a bird.

Noun

A coping mechanism or self-delusion one clings to in order to endure a hopeless situation.

Intj

Expression of spite towards someone who suffered a major setback.

Noun

1. A long, loose cloak worn by a priest, deacon, or bishop when presiding over a ceremony other than the Mass.
2. Any covering such as a canopy or a mantle.
3. The vault or canopy of the skies, heavens etc.
4. A covering piece on top of a wall exposed to the weather, usually made of metal, masonry, or stone, and sloped to carry off water.
5. The top part of a sand casting mold.
6. An ancient tribute due to the lord of the soil, out of the lead mines in Derbyshire, England.

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈkəʊp/

Etymology

From Middle English coupen, from Old French couper (“to strike, to cut”).