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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Strain: Set a fine-mesh strainer over a bowl or heatproof measuring cup and pour in the syrup.
From Salon ● Aug. 16, 2026
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
In a separate large measuring cup or small bowl, combine the water, cider vinegar and ice.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 27, 2023
He said an I.Q. showed how much intelligence you could get, like the numbers on the outside of a measuring cup.
From "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes
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