measuring cup

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of measuring cup¹

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

Another way is to measure the serving size with a measuring cup.

From Salon

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

Mash potato in the cooking water and pour into a large measuring cup.

From Salon

My dad didn't use a measuring cup, so I didn't need to.

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Strain out leaves, and pour the liquid back into a measuring cup.

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