cope
- Verb. To deal effectively with something difficult.
- Verb. To cut and form a mitred joint in wood or metal.
- Verb. To clip the beak or talons of a bird.
- Noun. A long, loose cloak worn by a priest or bishop on ceremonial occasions.
- Noun. Any covering such as a canopy or a mantle.
- Noun. (context, construction) A covering piece on top of a wall exposed to the weather, usually made of metal, masonry, or stone and sloped to carry off water.
- Noun. (context, foundry) The top part of a sand casting mold.
- Verb. To cover (a joint or structure) with coping.
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