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cup

1 of 2noun
/kʌp/
Forms:cups
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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.
  • He enjoyed a cup of freshly brewed black coffee.
  • Sarah held a warm cup of chamomile tea in her hands.
  • They shared a cup of hot chocolate with marshmallows.
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a trophy awarded to the winner of a tournament or league

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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.

  • 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.
  • The coach's strategy helped the baseball team win the state cup.
  • The runners pushed their limits to win the marathon cup.
  • Their chess team was determined to bring home the regional cup.
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a standardized volume measurement used in cooking in the United States, equivalent to approximately 8 fluid ounces

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.

  • 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.
  • The chef measured three cups of flour to prepare the cake batter.
  • The cocktail recipe required one and a half cups of orange juice.
  • He used a quarter cup of olive oil to sauté the vegetables for dinner.
4

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

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a punch served in a pitcher instead of a punch bowl

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

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.