“Cops” or “Copse”

cops / copse are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

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cops k·AA·p·s

No dictionary entry for this spelling — see the usage examples below for how it shows up in writing.

copse

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Examples in context

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“cops”

…sidelocks, with "I'm calling the cops on both and getting my…
…minutes of the conflict, the cops had reinforcement and stabilized the
…episodes of the television series Cops, once as an officer and…
Animal Cops: Detroit
Animal Cops: Houston
…injured (80 supporters and 22 cops) and a 16-year-old São Paulo…
…stating that "as long as cops were not corrupt and abusive."
Animal Cops: Miami
Animal Cops: Phoenix
During the parade the Keystone Cops, or "Rondy Kops," playfully detain…

“copse”

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