Cop-wise

adj, slang

adj, slang ·Uncommon ·College level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Alternative form of copwise. alt-of, alternative
  2. 2
    Befitting or resembling a police officer; coplike. slang

    "The three passengers were ordered out of the Hyundai by loudspeaker. Two quickly complied and exited on the right-hand side of the car in cop-wise fashion, with their hands high and visible. They were put to the ground and handcuffed."

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"The three passengers were ordered out of the Hyundai by loudspeaker. Two quickly complied and exited on the right-hand side of the car in cop-wise fashion, with their hands high and visible. They were put to the ground and handcuffed."

Etymology

Etymology 1

From cop + wise (“knowledgeable”).

Etymology 2

From cop + -wise (“way; manner”).

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