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   coup

   /kuː/

   noun

   • 1. a sudden, violent, and unlawful seizure of power from a government: "he was overthrown in an army coup" Similar seizure of powercoup d'étatoverthrowtakeoveroustingdepositionregime changebloodless couppalace revolutionrebellionrevoltinsurrectionmutinyrevolutioninsurgenceinsurgencyrisingriotingriotjacquerieputschOpposite election
   • 2. an instance of successfully achieving something difficult: "it was a major coup to get such a prestigious contract" Similar successtriumphfeatsuccessful manoeuvrestuntaccomplishmentachievementattainmentstrokemaster strokestroke of geniusscooptour de force
   • ▪ an unusual or unexpected but successful tactic in card play.
   • 3. a direct pocketing of the cue ball, which is a foul stroke.
   • 4. (among some North American Indian peoples) an act of touching an armed enemy in battle as a deed of bravery, or an act of first touching an item of the enemy's in order to claim it. historical

   Word Origin late 18th century: from French, from medieval Latin colpus ‘blow’ (see cope1).

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   What does coup mean?

   • Define coup. coup synonyms, coup pronunciation, coup translation, English dictionary definition of coup. a brilliant stratagem; overturn; upset: His win was quite a coup. Not to be confused with: coop – an enclosure or cage: a chicken coop; a co-op: They bought...

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   What is a coup in Egypt?

   • The precise definition of the word coup (and whether it applies to Egypt) has serious foreign-policy implications. A coup is a pretty major achievement, whether it involves taking over a government by force, or landing a major business contract.

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   What does it mean to count a coup?

   • Counting coup was an act of war honor of the highest grade for Plains Indians. Any blow struck against the enemy counted as a coup, but the most prestigious acts included touching an enemy warrior with the hand or with a coup stick. The term is of French origin, from the noun coup (pronounced /ku/), which means a hit, a blow, or a strike.

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   What does coup d'état mean?

   • n., pl. coups (ko̅o̅z; Fr. ko̅o̅). 1. a highly successful, unexpected stroke, act, or move. 2. (among the Plains Indians of North America) a daring deed performed in battle by a warrior, as touching an enemy without sustaining injury oneself. 3. coup d'état.

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   How do you say coup in a newspaper?

   • When the word coup is used on the nightly news, it's usually describing a military government takeover. In the business section of the daily newspaper, coup might refer to a big corporation landing an important contract or deal. However you use the word coup, don't say the "p" at the end. It's not pronounced like chicken coop.

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   What is a major coup for Cambridge University?

   • The award is a major coup for the university. (Definition of coup from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) 成功, 意想不到的成功, 掌權… 成功, 意想不到的成功, 掌权… jugada maestra, golpe de Estado, logro… golpe, golpe de estado… Need a translator? Get a quick, free translation!

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   COUP definition: 1. an unexpectedly successful achievement: 2. a sudden illegal, often violent, taking of…. Learn more.

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     COUP meaning: 1. an unexpectedly successful achievement: 2....

   • Znaczenie Coup, Definicja W Cambridge English Dictionary

     COUP definicja: 1. an unexpectedly successful achievement:...

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     COUP translate: 成功, 意想不到的成功, 掌權, 政變;（尤指）軍事政變. Learn more in...

   • Coup: Arabic Translation

     COUP translate: انقِلاب. Learn more in the Cambridge...

   • Coup: Catalan Translation

     coup translate: cop d’estat. Learn more in the Cambridge...

   • Coup: Italian Translation

     COUP translate: colpo di stato, colpo maestro, colpo di...

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   The meaning of COUP is a sudden decisive exercise of force in politics and especially the violent overthrow or alteration of an existing government by a small group : coup d'état. How to use coup in a sentence.

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   A coup is an achievement which is thought to be especially good because it was very difficult. The sale is a big coup for the auction house. [+ for] The theatre has scored something of a coup by persuading her to take the role. Synonyms: masterstroke, feat, stunt, action More Synonyms of coup.

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   Coup definition: a highly successful, unexpected stroke, act, or move; a clever action or accomplishment.. See examples of COUP used in a sentence.

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   1. A brilliantly executed stratagem; a triumph. 2. a. A coup d'état. b. A sudden appropriation of leadership or power; a takeover: a boardroom coup. 3. Among certain Native American peoples, a feat of bravery performed in battle, especially the touching of an enemy's body without causing injury.

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   coup. A coup is a pretty major achievement, whether it involves taking over a government by force, or landing a major business contract. When the word coup is used on the nightly news, it's usually describing a military government takeover.

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   an occasion when a group of people suddenly takes control of a country using force: a military coup.