(Britain, archaic) A large pot, often used for heating water or washing clothes over a fire. In Australasia at least, it could also be a fixed installation made of copper, with a fire underneath and its own chimney. Generally made redundant by the advent of the washing machine.
A South Asianbarbet, Psilopogon haemacephala, with crimson forehead and throat, best known for its metronomic call that has been likened to a coppersmith striking metal with a hammer.
“The coastal people, most of whom are Buginese, carry on weaving and copperwork but are chiefly trading sailors and fishermen.”
“Traditional crafts include embroidery, pottery and copperwork.”
“This will show you how alive our culture is: the abundance of pottery, iron or copperwork, not to mention our local produce and its delicious cuisine.”