Copi

English

This English term is a hot word. Its inclusion on Wiktionary is provisional.

Etymology

By shortening of Copious, coined in 2022 by Illinois Department of Natural Resources.

Noun

Copi (plural Copis)

1. (zoology, neologism, cooking) Another name for Asian carp. [from 2022]
   • 2022 June 22, Jelisa Castrodale, quoting Colleen Callahan, “What Is Copi? A New Name for an Invasive Fish”, in Food&Wine‎^[1]:

     "Copi is a great name: Short, crisp and easy to say. What diner won't be intrigued when they read Copi tacos or Copi burgers on a menu?"

Usage notes

• Renamed in 2020s, in order to address public misconceptions about the fish and to encourage consumption.