cope meaning and definition

COPE noun

Definition of cope (noun)

1. brick that is laid sideways at the top of a wall
   • synonyms: coping, header
2. a long cloak; worn by a priest or bishop on ceremonial occasions

COPE verb

Definition of cope (verb)

1. come to terms with
   • "We got by on just a gallon of gas"; "They made do on half a loaf of bread every day"
   • synonyms: contend, deal, get by, grapple, make do, make out, manage