English · Slang Attested

cop-call

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Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To frequently contact the police or other authorities to harass those with whom they are disenchanted or at odds.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Gọi cảnh sát thường xuyên để quấy rối những người họ không ưa

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⚠ Register: derogatory, slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “cop-call” mean?

To frequently contact the police or other authorities to harass those with whom they are disenchanted or at odds.

Is “cop-call” formal or informal?

cop-call is generally derogatory, slang.

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