cup
cup
kʌp
kap
British pronunciation
/kʌp/

Definition & Meaning of "cup"in English

Cup
01

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

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He admired the hand-painted design on the teacup.
He enjoyed a cappuccino in a large coffee cup.
1.1

cup-shaped plant organ

1.2

the quantity a cup will hold

cup definition and meaning
1.3

any cup-shaped concavity

02

a trophy awarded to the winner of a tournament or league

cup definition and meaning

What is a "cup"?

A cup is a trophy or award given to the winner of a competition, particularly in sports events. It is usually a bowl-shaped container, often made of metal, and is typically awarded to the team or individual who finishes first in a tournament or championship. Cups are often passed down from year to year, with the winning team or person keeping the cup until the next competition.

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He was excited to add the bowling cup to his collection of trophies.
She dreamt of the day she would lift the world cup in athletics.
2.1

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

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The team won the national cup after a thrilling final.
He was the champion of the local cup last year.
03

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

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cup definition and meaning

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.

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The recipe calls for two cups of water to be added to the saucepan.
She poured half a cup of milk into her cereal bowl for breakfast.
04

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

05

a punch served in a pitcher instead of a punch bowl

06

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

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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
01

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

Transitive: to cup one's hands
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She cupped her hands to catch the raindrops falling from the sky.
The child cupped his hands and eagerly waited for the teacher to place a small bird in them.
02

to fill or transfer a liquid into a container

Transitive: to cup a liquid
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She cupped hot tea into each of the porcelain cups, careful not to spill a drop.
He cupped the steaming coffee into his favorite mug, enjoying the rich aroma.
03

to create suction on the skin's surface using glass, plastic, or silicone containers to promote healing and relieve pain

Transitive: to cup the surface of skin
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The therapist cupped the patient's back to alleviate muscle tension.
She cupped the acupressure points on her client's shoulders to release blocked energy and reduce pain.
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