"cup"の定義と意味

Cup

名詞

カップ, 杯

a small bowl-shaped container, usually with a handle, that we use for drinking tea, coffee, etc.

1.1

カップ, 杯

cup-shaped plant organ

1.2

カップ, 杯

the quantity a cup will hold

1.3

カップ, 杯

any cup-shaped concavity

トロフィー, カップ

a trophy awarded to the winner of a tournament or league

2.1

カップ, トロフィー

a sports competition in which a trophy is awarded to the winner

カップ, 測定

a standardized volume measurement used in cooking in the United States, equivalent to approximately 8 fluid ounces

What is "cup"?

In the United States, a cup is a common unit of volume measurement used in cooking and baking. It is abbreviated as "c." One cup is equal to approximately 8 fluid ounces or 236.588 milliliters. Cups are used to measure ingredients such as flour, sugar, milk, and water in recipes. They provide a convenient and standardized way to portion ingredients and ensure consistent results in cooking and baking.

カップ, 穴

the hole (or metal container in the hole) on a golf green

カップ, グラス

a punch served in a pitcher instead of a punch bowl

カップ, 杯

a volume of approximately 250 milliliters, often used informally in cooking and baking

What is "cup"?

In UK measurements, a cup is occasionally used as a rough approximation for volume in cooking and baking. While not as standardized as in some other regions, a cup is typically considered to be around 250 milliliters in the United Kingdom.

to cup

動詞

手をカップのように形作る, 手を包み込む

to shape one's hands in a rounded or curved manner

Transitive: to cup one's hands