suction cup

noun

: a cup-shaped device in which a partial vacuum can be produced when applied to a surface

Examples of suction cup in a Sentence

The device is held to the wall with two suction cups.
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This isn’t the first time suction cups were inspired by highly adaptive octopus suckers. ArsTechnica, 28 June 2025 The doctor tried four times, but the suction cup popped off twice, the family said. Olivia Lloyd, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 June 2025 Nature’s Hangout Window Bird Feeder This handy feeder attaches to a window via suction cups, so there’s no need to worry about using a hammer and nails. Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2025 To adhere it onto the overflow drain, run warm water against the suction cup side and press it firmly against the tub. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for suction cup

Word History

First Known Use

1942, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of suction cup was in 1942

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“Suction cup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/suction%20cup. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

suction cup

noun
: a cup of glass or of a flexible material (as rubber) in which a partial vacuum is produced when applied to a surface

Medical Definition

suction cup

noun
: a cup of glass or of a flexible material (as rubber) in which a partial vacuum is produced when applied to a surface and which is used variously (as to bring blood to the surface of the skin)
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