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Definition of copped a mope

cop a mope

verb

  • to leave. Submitter James Murphy notes that this term was used frequently by New York City police officers in the 1960's and 1970's.
    I'm going to cop a mope.

    Last edited on May 07 2013. Submitted by James M. from Bronx, NY, USA on Nov 29 2002.

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