Cup
volume
British pronunciation/kʌp/
American pronunciation/kʌp/

Definition & Meaning of "cup"

Cup
01

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

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cup definition and meaning
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
2.1

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

03

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

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.

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

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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02

to fill or transfer a liquid into a container

Transitive: to cup a liquid
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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

cup

n

cuplike

adj

cuplike

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example
Example
They shared a cup of hot chocolate with marshmallows.
Sarah held a warm cup of chamomile tea in her hands.
He enjoyed a cup of freshly brewed black coffee.
The cup can hold up to 250 milliliters of water.
The cups are in the cupboard.
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