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Cop car
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a police vehicle used for patrolling, responding to incidents, or transporting suspects
Slang
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
cop cars
What does "cop car" mean in slang?
The structure combines "cop" (slang for police officer) with "car," forming a simple compound noun for a police vehicle. It is used to describe a police vehicle used for patrolling, responding to incidents, or transporting suspects, often recognizable by its lights, sirens, and distinctive paint scheme. People typically say "cop car" in casual conversation, news reports, or when warning others of nearby law enforcement, such as "There's a cop car parked around the corner."
Examples
The cop car pulled up to the scene quickly.
