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cooper (noun)

A cooper is a person who makes or repairs barrels, casks, and other wooden containers. These containers are typically made of wooden staves bound together by metal hoops.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'Cooper' putting 'Hoops' on a 'Cask'. The 'oo' in Cooper matches the 'oo' in Hoops!

🏛️ Origin

⚠️ Common Mistakes

The copper made a barrel. → The cooper made a barrel.

He works in a cooper. → He works in a cooperage.