scopa

[ skoh-puh ]

noun

, plural sco·pae [skoh, -pee], sco·pas.

1. pollen brush.

SCOPA

¹

/ ˈskəʊpə /

acronym for

1. Standing Committee on Public Accounts

scopa

²

/ ˈskəʊpə /

noun

1. a tuft of hairs on the abdomen or hind legs of bees, used for collecting pollen

Other Words From

• sco·pate [skoh, -peyt], adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of scopa¹

1795–1805; < Latin scōpae (plural, singular scopa rare) twigs, shoots

Word History and Origins

Origin of scopa¹

C19: from Latin, used only in pl scopae twigs, brush

Example Sentences

He also works as a senior adviser to Scopa Industries Corp.

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In February, for example, a brand-new Saudi defense contractor — Scopa Industries Corp.

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Describing itself as the kingdom’s “preeminent defense company,” Scopa said its purpose was “to meet the guidance” of Prince Mohammed by contributing to “the defense revolutionary process” and creating domestic jobs.

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Harmer said in an email that his activities for Scopa Industries “are in full compliance with US laws and regulations,” but declined to comment further.

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The other American advisers to Scopa Industries did not respond to interview requests.

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