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Definition of Copper

1. Noun. A ductile malleable reddish-brown corrosion-resistant diamagnetic metallic element; occurs in various minerals but is the only metal that occurs abundantly in large masses; used as an electrical and thermal conductor.

2. Verb. Coat with a layer of copper.

3. Noun. A copper penny.

4. Noun. Uncomplimentary terms for a policeman.

5. Noun. A reddish-brown color resembling the color of polished copper.

6. Noun. Any of various small butterflies of the family Lycaenidae having coppery wings.

Definition of Copper

1. n. A common metal of a reddish color, both ductile and malleable, and very tenacious. It is one of the best conductors of heat and electricity. Symbol Cu. Atomic weight 63.3. It is one of the most useful metals in itself, and also in its alloys, brass and bronze.

2. v. t. To cover or coat with copper; to sheathe with sheets of copper; as, to copper a ship.

Definition of Copper

1. to cover with copper (a metallic element) [v -ED, -ING, -S]

Medical Definition of Copper

1. A trace element with the atomic symbol cu, atomic number 29, and atomic weight 63. It is essential in nutrition, being a component of various proteins, including ceruloplasmin, erythrocuprein, cytochrome c oxidase, tyrosinase, etc. Deficiency, which is rare, may result in hypochromic microcytic anaemia, neutropenia, and bone changes. Chemical name: Copper (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Copper

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