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coup

/kuː/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does coup mean?

noun, verb

A sudden and decisive change of government, especially one carried out by a small group of people who are dissatisfied with the existing government. A sudden and clever action or move.

Example

"The military coup was met with widespread protests and international condemnation."

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