measuring cup
Americannoun
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
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
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
She reached over and took hold of the napkin and gave it a good shake, and Despereaux tumbled out of the napkin and landed right directly, plop, in a measuring cup full of oil.
From "The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup and a Spool of Thread" by Kate DiCamillo
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