Definitions of cooper:

  • noun:   a craftsman who makes or repairs wooden barrels or tubs
  • noun:   United States novelist noted for his stories of indians and the frontier life (1789-1851)
  • noun:   United States film actor noted for his portrayals of strong silent heroes (1901-1961)
  • noun:   United States industrialist who built the first American locomotive; founded Cooper Union in New York city to offer free courses in the arts and sciences (1791-1883)
  • verb:   make barrels and casks
  • name:  A surname (very common: 1 in 884 families; popularity rank in the U.S.: #62)