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Definition copper in British English

copper noun

noun
/ˈkɒpə(r)/
1

a chemical element that is a red-brown metal. Its symbol is Cu and it is used especially for making wire or pipes.

Example

a copper pipe/pan/kettle

Example

Her hair was the colour of copper.

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3

a coin of low value made of copper or bronze

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Definition copper in British English