measuring cup

American  

noun

• measuring cups
  plural

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

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Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

• measuring cups
  plural

Etymology

Origin of measuring cup

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

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measuring cup

You can use a double boiler over low simmering water, or you can place a large cup, like a glass measuring cup, in the simmering water — either works.

From Salon ● Apr. 11, 2024

Using a greased ¼-cup measuring cup, portion out biscuits a few at a time, dropping the dough gently into the flour-filled dish.

From Seattle Times ● Jan. 30, 2024

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

Pour your espresso shot into the measuring cup and add two ounces of sugar syrup or regular granulated sugar, before adding them to the blender with ice, milk and the frappé base.

From Salon ● Jul. 1, 2023

I eagerly dug through the cabinets, pulling out a bag of sugar, a measuring cup, two pitchers, plastic cups, and a wooden spoon.

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas