count coup

count coup

To detail one's successes or achievements in battle, as of Native American tribes. Tonight, we will gather to count coup.
See also: count, coup
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

count coup

Among certain Native American peoples, to ceremoniously recount one's exploits in battle.
See also: count, coup
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
See also:
  • coup
  • count up to
  • count up to (some number)
  • count (someone or something) as (something)
  • count as
  • count with
  • count with (one)
  • count on
  • count on (someone or something)
  • count up