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scopa

American  
[skoh-puh] / ˈskoʊ pə /

noun

plural

scopae, scopas
  1. pollen brush.


SCOPA 1 British  
/ ˈskəʊpə /

acronym

  1. Standing Committee on Public Accounts

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scopa 2 British  
/ ˈskəʊpə /

noun

  1. a tuft of hairs on the abdomen or hind legs of bees, used for collecting pollen

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Other Word Forms

  • scopate adjective

Etymology

Origin of scopa

1795–1805; < Latin scōpae (plural, singular scopa rare) twigs, shoots

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He also works as a senior adviser to Scopa Industries Corp.

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In February, for example, a brand-new Saudi defense contractor — Scopa Industries Corp.

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Describing itself as the kingdom’s “preeminent defense company,” Scopa said its purpose was “to meet the guidance” of Prince Mohammed by contributing to “the defense revolutionary process” and creating domestic jobs.

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Harmer said in an email that his activities for Scopa Industries “are in full compliance with US laws and regulations,” but declined to comment further.

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The other American advisers to Scopa Industries did not respond to interview requests.

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