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cop on
What does cop on mean?
As a noun: common sense, savvy, basic awareness. 'He has no cop on' = he's clueless. 'A bit of cop on' = a measure of basic sense.
"She's only sixteen but she's more cop on than her brother."
Origin
'Cop' as a verb has long meant to catch or grasp (think 'cop a look'). Irish English ran with it to mean grasping the obvious — having your wits about you.
Frequently asked questions
What does cop on mean?
Cop on means common sense, or it's used as a command telling someone to wise up.
How do you use cop on in a sentence?
"Would you ever cop on and stop messing about."
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