copen

[ koh-puhn ]

noun

1. Also called copen blue. a medium blue color.

adjective

1. Also copen-blue. of the color copen.

Word History and Origins

Origin of copen¹

First recorded in 1915–20; shortening of Copenhagen

Example Sentences

Copen previously denied the animals were poorly cared for.

From Washington Times

Donald Smith and his wife Melissa Copen entered pleas Thursday in an agreement with prosecutors in Van Buren County.

From Washington Times

Copen is being held pending his arraignment.

From Washington Times

Copen buyers will like selecting unique add-ons rather than choosing from a list of standard accessories, reckons Osamu Fujishita of Daihatsu.

From Economist

The service is available only to buyers of the Daihatsu Copen, a tiny convertible two-seater.

From Economist