Coppy

/ˈkɒpɪ/ adjective

Definition

Dialectal or archaic term meaning somewhat coppery or copper-like in quality; not standard in modern English.

Etymology

Formed from copper with the diminutive or quality-indicating suffix -y, creating a softer or less intense version of 'coppery,' following Old English word formation patterns.

Kelly Says

Coppy is like the informal cousin of 'coppery'—different dialects used different suffixes to express the same idea, so some regions might say 'coppy' where others said 'coppery,' and most of these variants just disappeared.

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