copping a feel
Sneaky sexual contact
Copping a feel is touching someone sexually without permission, typically a quick grope of breasts or buttocks.
The phrase implies furtiveness—stealing a touch in a crowd, on a date, or in passing: He tried copping a feel on the dance floor.
The act ranges from boorish to criminal depending on context.
- gropingSearching by touch alone
- touchingEvoking gentle emotion
- grabbingTaking hold suddenly
- assaultViolent offensive act
- sexual harassmentUnwelcome sexual behavior creating hostility
me too · misconduct · workplace misconduct · inappropriate behavior · boundaries · personal space · discomfort · embarrassment · crossed the line · autonomy · consent violation · anger · violation · harassment · accountability · fear · crime · intrusion