Definition of Cooper

1. Noun. United States industrialist who built the first American locomotive; founded Cooper Union in New York City to offer free courses in the arts and sciences (1791-1883).

Exact synonyms: Peter Cooper
Generic synonyms: Industrialist, Altruist, Philanthropist

2. Verb. Make barrels and casks.
Generic synonyms: Make

3. Noun. United States film actor noted for his portrayals of strong silent heroes (1901-1961).
Exact synonyms: Frank Cooper, Gary Cooper
Generic synonyms: Actor, Histrion, Player, Role Player, Thespian

4. Noun. United States novelist noted for his stories of American Indians and the frontier life (1789-1851).
Exact synonyms: James Fenimore Cooper
Generic synonyms: Author, Writer

5. Noun. A craftsman who makes or repairs wooden barrels or tubs.
Exact synonyms: Barrel Maker
Generic synonyms: Artificer, Artisan, Craftsman, Journeyman

Definition of Cooper

1. n. One who makes barrels, hogsheads, casks, etc.

2. v. t. To do the work of a cooper upon; as, to cooper a cask or barrel.

Definition of Cooper

1. to make or mend barrels [v -ED, -ING, -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Cooper

coondogs
coonhound
coonhounds
coonhound paralysis
coons
coonskin
coonskins
coonskin cap
coontie
coonties
coonty
coon bear
coon cat
coop
cooped
cooper (current term)
Cooper's fascia
Cooper's hawk
Cooper's hernia
Cooper's herniotome
Cooper's ligaments
cooperage
cooperages
cooperate
cooperated
cooperates
cooperating
cooperation
cooperationist
cooperationists

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