How Do You Spell COP OFF?

Pronunciation: [kˈɒp ˈɒf] (IPA)

The spelling of the term "cop off" is derived from the British English slang word "cop" which means to seize or capture, and "off," which is a preposition indicating removal. The word "cop" is pronounced /kɒp/ in IPA phonetic transcription, and "off" is pronounced /ɒf/. When combined, the phrase is pronounced /kɒp ɒf/. Its meaning has evolved over time to refer to a romantic or sexual encounter, often in a casual setting, usually with someone you've met recently or had brief interactions with.

COP OFF Meaning and Definition

  1. The term "cop off" has various meanings depending on the context in which it is used. In general, it can be defined as a colloquial expression referring to finding success or achieving something desired, often related to romantic or sexual encounters.

    One common definition of "cop off" involves successfully attracting or seducing someone with the intention of engaging in a sexual encounter with them. It can imply a level of luck or accomplishment in securing a romantic partner or casual hookup.

    Additionally, "cop off" can also refer to escaping or getting away with something, often in a sneaky or hasty manner. This can involve avoiding trouble or evading negative consequences for one's actions.

    The term may also be used in British English slang to describe a person who is particularly successful in dating or engaging in sexual relationships, often with the connotation of being promiscuous or obtaining multiple partners.

    "Cop off" is most commonly used in informal conversations, especially among younger generations or in certain social circles. However, it is important to exercise caution and sensitivity when using this expression, as it can be perceived as offensive or disrespectful in some contexts.

Etymology of COP OFF

The term "cop off" originated in the mid-20th century, primarily in British English. Its etymology is somewhat unclear and may have emerged from multiple sources. One possibility is that it is derived from the phrase "cop it up", which means to acquire something, gain success, or achieve one's goal. Another theory is that it is an abbreviation of an earlier phrase "copulate off" or "cop a feel off", referring to sexual encounters or obtaining some form of sexual gratification. However, the exact origin and evolution of the term remain uncertain.

Conjugate verb Cop off

CONDITIONAL

I would cop off
you would cop off
he/she/it would cop off
we would cop off
they would cop off

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be copping off
you would be copping off
he/she/it would be copping off
we would be copping off
they would be copping off

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have cop off
you would have cop off
he/she/it would have cop off
we would have cop off
they would have cop off

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been copping off
you would have been copping off
he/she/it would have been copping off
we would have been copping off
they would have been copping off

FUTURE

I will cop off
you will cop off
he/she/it will cop off
we will cop off
they will cop off

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be copping off
you will be copping off
he/she/it will be copping off
we will be copping off
they will be copping off

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have copped off
you will have copped off
he/she/it will have copped off
we will have copped off
they will have copped off

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been copping off
you will have been copping off
he/she/it will have been copping off
we will have been copping off
they will have been copping off

IMPERATIVE

you cop off
we let´s cop off

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to cop off

PAST

I copped off
you copped off
he/she/it copped off
we copped off
they copped off

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was copping off
you were copping off
he/she/it was copping off
we were copping off
they were copping off

PAST PARTICIPLE

copped off

PAST PERFECT

I had copped off
you had copped off
he/she/it had copped off
we had copped off
they had copped off

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been copping off
you had been copping off
he/she/it had been copping off
we had been copping off
they had been copping off

PRESENT

I cop off
you cop off
he/she/it cops off
we cop off
they cop off

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am copping off
you are copping off
he/she/it is copping off
we are copping off
they are copping off

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

copping off

PRESENT PERFECT

I have copped off
you have copped off
he/she/it has copped off
we have copped off
they have copped off

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been copping off
you have been copping off
he/she/it has been copping off
we have been copping off
they have been copping off