Definition of "copping" [copping]

• Present participle of cop. (verb)

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• "The mechanism that Koonin copping out on science over is an inherent thermodynamic predispositioning toward absolute symmetry that evolution accomplishes with the exact necessary amount of help from a ** practical**, (not perfect), environment."
• "The egotistical Göring, who knew the only question remaining was how he met his end, was intrigued with the idea of copping a plea and ratting on his comrades—if the price were right."
• "Total abstention (aka copping out) or starting that aforementioned one-member party and voting for it."