cooper meaning and definition

COOPER noun

Definition of Cooper (noun)

1. United States industrialist who built the first American locomotive; founded Cooper Union in New York City to offer free courses in the arts and sciences (1791-1883)
   • synonyms: Peter Cooper
2. United States film actor noted for his portrayals of strong silent heroes (1901-1961)
   • synonyms: Frank Cooper, Gary Cooper
3. United States novelist noted for his stories of American Indians and the frontier life (1789-1851)
   • synonyms: James Fenimore Cooper
4. a craftsman who makes or repairs wooden barrels or tubs
   • synonyms: barrel maker

COOPER verb

Definition of cooper (verb)

1. make barrels and casks