cop-out

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Synonyms: cop out, copout, pop-out

Antonyms: cop out, copout, pop-out

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|slang}} {{U|avoidance}} or [[inadequate]] [[performance]] of a [[task]] or [[duty]]; the [[action]] of [[cop out|copping out]].
2. {{lb|en|slang}} An [[excuse]] made in order to avoid performing a task or duty; a [[reason]] offered when someone cops out.
3. {{lb|en|slang}} A [[person]] who cops out.

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