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Definition of copper
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: a common reddish metallic element that is ductile and malleable and is one of the best conductors of heat and electricity — see Chemical Elements Table
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: a coin or token made of copper or bronze
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chiefly British
: a large boiler (as for cooking)
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: any of a subfamily (Lycaeninae of the family Lycaenidae) of small butterflies with usually copper-colored wings
copper
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Definition of copper (Entry 2 of 3)
: to coat or sheathe with or as if with copper
copper
noun (2)Definition of copper (Entry 3 of 3)
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copper
noun
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Kids Definition of copper
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: a tough reddish metallic chemical element that is one of the best conductors of heat and electricity
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: a reddish brown color
copper hair
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Medical Definition of copper
: a common reddish metallic element that is ductile and malleable and one of the best conductors of heat and electricity
—symbol Cu
— see Chemical Elements Table
Other Words from copper
coppery
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