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measuring cup

American  

noun

  1. a graduated cup used especially in cooking for measuring ingredients.


Etymology

Origin of measuring cup

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

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If serving individually, our off most of the liquid into a measuring cup or a pretty creamer pitcher.

From Salon • Dec. 28, 2023

In a 2-cup glass measuring cup or small microwave-safe bowl, combine the tamarind paste and ½ cup of water.

From Washington Times • Jul. 21, 2023

To easily measure out gochujang, swipe the inside of a measuring cup with a little neutral oil, which will get it to slip right out.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 9, 2023

In a liquid measuring cup or small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, mirin if using and garlic.

From Washington Post • Apr. 9, 2023

Instead, it looked like something solid was connecting the measuring cup to the pot.

From "The Last Last-Day-of-Summer" by Lamar Giles