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coup

noun

/kuː/

Meaning

a sudden, decisive action that brings about a change, especially in government

The military staged a coup to overthrow the existing regime.

overthrow, takeover, rebellion, insurrection

election, vote

military coup, political coup, successful coup

Voluntary self-punishment as an expression of repentance for wrongdoing.

A large retail store selling a wide variety of goods.

the willingness to take bold risks; rude or disrespectful boldness

The removal or reduction of government rules and restrictions in business.

a recognized autonomous branch of the Christian Church; a unit of value or currency

a large, ugly, and frightening imaginary creature; a cruel person