The abbreviation "COP" can stand for different things depending on the context:
- In the context of police or law enforcement, "cop" is an informal term for a police officer. It originated from the verb "to cop," meaning "to take or seize," and was later shortened from "copper," which referred to officers who arrest or seize suspects. The term is widely used in the United States as a nickname for police officers.
- In an international or environmental context, "COP" stands for "Conference of the Parties," which refers to the supreme decision-making body of international treaties such as the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). These conferences are held annually or biennially where Parties (countries) meet to discuss and negotiate actions related to climate change and other global issues.
In summary, "COP" commonly means either a police officer (informal) or the Conference of the Parties (an international treaty decision body), depending on the context.
