Meaning of cooper in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈkupər/

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1. Verb

   cooper

   Definitions

   1. make barrels and casks

2. Noun

   Cooper

   Etymology

   Middle English cowper, from Middle Dutch, Middle Low German kūper, from kūpe‘tub, vat’, based on Latin cupa. Compare with coop

   Definitions

   1. United States industrialist who built the first American locomotive

   Examples

   • « founded Cooper Union in New York city to offer free courses in the arts and sciences (1791-1883) »
3. 2. United States film actor noted for his portrayals of strong silent heroes (1901-1961)
4. 3. United States novelist noted for his stories of indians and the frontier life (1789-1851)
5. 4. a craftsman who makes or repairs wooden barrels or tubs