coping

American  

[koh-ping] / ˈkoʊ pɪŋ /

noun

1. a finishing or protective course or cap to an exterior masonry wall or the like.

2. a piece of woodwork having its end shaped to fit together with a molding.

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coping British  

/ ˈkəʊpɪŋ /

noun

1. Also called: cope.  the sloping top course of a wall, usually made of masonry or brick

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Etymology

Origin of coping

First recorded in 1595–1605; cope ² + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

From stress management to marital counseling to processing trauma, they gain self-awareness and coping skills.

From MarketWatch

Like many people with autism, Caitlyn - from Ardrossan in North Ayrshire - can struggle with busy environments, meeting strangers and coping with changes to routine.

From BBC

At the same time, the Education Department itself is coping with major changes.

From MarketWatch

“It’s a coping mechanism that takes their minds off the attacks.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Autistic people may experience challenges with communication, understanding others' thoughts or emotions, managing sensory overload, coping with unfamiliar environments, and engaging in repetitive behaviors.

From Science Daily

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