"cup"的定义和意义

Cup

名词

杯子, 茶杯

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

1.1

杯, 杯状器官

cup-shaped plant organ

1.2

杯子, 杯

the quantity a cup will hold

1.3

杯子, 杯

any cup-shaped concavity

奖杯, 杯赛

a trophy awarded to the winner of a tournament or league

2.1

杯赛, 奖杯

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

杯, 量

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.

杯子, 孔

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

杯子, 酒杯

a punch served in a pitcher instead of a punch bowl

杯子, 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

动词

用手成杯形, 手心朝上

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

Transitive: to cup one's hands