COOPEE Meaning and
Definition
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Coopee is a term primarily used in North America, particularly in the United States, and refers to a small, enclosed compartment or booth within a horse-drawn carriage or early motor vehicles. It is specifically designed to accommodate servants or coachmen who would accompany passengers during their journeys. The term is also commonly associated with the back section of a carriage, featuring a slightly raised roof and allowing the occupant to have better visibility over the top of the carriage.
The coopee compartment was usually situated at the front or rear of the carriage, separated from the main passenger area, and often accessed through a separate door. This allowed the occupants of the coopee to have some privacy while still being easily accessible to the passengers. It served as a functional space for the personal assistant or staff members to accompany and serve the passengers during their travels, providing a higher level of convenience and comfort.
Over time, with the advent of automobiles and the decline of horse-drawn carriages, the term "coopee" has somewhat faded from common usage. However, it still holds historical significance in the realm of transportation and is occasionally encountered in antique carriages or rare vintage vehicles that have been preserved or restored.
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Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for COOPEE
- coope
- cope
- coopie
- xoopee
- voopee
- foopee
- doopee
- ciopee
- ckopee
- clopee
- cpopee
- c0opee
- c9opee
- coipee
- cokpee
- colpee
- co0pee
- co9pee
- coopwe
- coop4e
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