measuring cup

American  

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of measuring cup

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

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

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

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