measuring cup
Americannoun
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measuring cups
plural
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of measuring cup
First recorded in 1900–05
Example Sentences
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Another way is to measure the serving size with a measuring cup.
From Salon ● Jul. 23, 2024
Strain through a fine mesh strainer set over a large measuring cup or medium bowl, pressing on the solids; you should have 1½ cups strained coconut milk.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 26, 2023
As for equipment, Sripetchvandee said all you'll need is a Pyrex-style measuring cup, in which you'll cool and prepare your hot coffee and a blender, which you'll use to "shake" your drink.
From Salon ● Jul. 1, 2023
Pour the mixture into a wire mesh strainer over a bowl or measuring cup.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 17, 2023
His stare hesitated on a glass measuring cup hiding behind my alarm clock on the nightstand.
From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas
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