cop
UK: kɒp | US: kɑːp
n. 1. (informal) A police officer.
vt. 2. (slang) To catch or arrest someone.
vt. 3. (slang) To obtain or acquire something, often illicitly.
The word "cop" originated in the 19th century as a shortening of "copper," a slang term for police officers. "Copper" itself derives from the verb "to cop," meaning "to catch or seize," which traces back to the Old French "caper" (to take) and Latin "capere" (to seize). The term reflects the police's role in apprehending criminals. Over time, "cop" became the dominant informal term for law enforcement officers in English.
The cop directed traffic during the parade.
He was copped for speeding on the highway.
She managed to cop a free ticket to the concert.
The store owner called the cops after the robbery.
You can't just cop someone else's ideas without credit.