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

“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

"Up until now, I've been coping and managing my symptoms. I finally feel that I'm actually living my life."

From BBC

Industrial profits data for November will provide insight into how firms are coping with excess-capacity pressures.

From The Wall Street Journal

Stokes has suggested that part of England's struggles has been a result of players new to touring Australia not coping with the challenge of playing in this country.

From BBC

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