Etymology

cop-killer

Today it means: A person who deliberately kills an on-duty police officer. Full definition →

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cop-killer · noun1

From cop + killer.

cop-killer · noun2

From the bullet's (bullets') supposed ability to penetrate body armor, thus endangering police officers.

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