variants
or coupe
1
: a four-wheeled closed horse-drawn carriage for two persons inside with an outside seat for the driver in front
2
usually coupe
: a 2-door automobile often seating only two persons
also
: one with a tight-spaced rear seat compare sedan
variants
or coupe glass
: a drinking glass that has a moderately thick stem and shallow bowl and that is used for cocktails or champagne
A nightcap from another generation, it was served in classic fashion, in a coupe, with grated nutmeg on top, inspiring no shortage of ogling from other customers.—
Robert Simonson
The cocktails are served in ornate silver coupes …—Joshua David Stein
Combine all ingredients except garnishes in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake vigorously and strain into a chilled coupe glass.—Kara Newman
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 14 Jan. 2026
In addition to the winning Dodge Charger midsize car, car finalists included the Honda Prelude hybrid sports coupe and the Nissan Sentra compact car.
—Alexa St. John, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 14 Jan. 2026
In addition to the winning Dodge Charger midsize car, car finalists included the Honda Prelude hybrid sports coupe and the Nissan Sentra compact car.
—Alexa St. John, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
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Noun
For a certain type of enthusiast, the early ‘90s BMW 8 Series coupe is one of the defining sports cars of that decade.
—Noun
For a certain type of enthusiast, the early ‘90s BMW 8 Series coupe is one of the defining sports cars of that decade.
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“Coupé.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coup%C3%A9. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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coupé
noun
cou·pé
1
: a four-wheeled closed carriage pulled by horses for two persons with an outside seat for the driver
2
usually coupe
a
: a closed two-door automobile for usually two persons
b
: a usually closed two-door automobile with a full-width rear seat
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