measuring cup
noun
US
: a cup that has markings for measuring ingredients when cooking
also
: a cup that holds a particular amount of an ingredient used in cooking
a set of measuring cups ranging from ¹/₄ cup to 1 cup
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Use the flat bottom of a 1-cup measuring cup to press down firmly and spread the crumb mixture evenly, tamping and pressing out starting from the center.
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Justin Burke, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2025
Use the bottom of a heavy glass or measuring cup to smash cauliflower, without breaking florets, to about 1/2-inch thickness.
—Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Dec. 2025
Both victims then chased Soza, who dropped items like a water bottle, a vape, a measuring cup and a PlayStation controller, according to police.
—CBS News, 26 Nov. 2025
The set includes a couple of different variations of GIR’s cult favorite mini silicone spatulas, along with a flipper that’s perfect for silver dollar pancakes and a whisk that’s the ideal size for emulsifying small batches of salad dressing or beating eggs and milk in a liquid measuring cup.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Nov. 2025
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Justin Burke, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2025
Use the bottom of a heavy glass or measuring cup to smash cauliflower, without breaking florets, to about 1/2-inch thickness.
—Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Dec. 2025
Both victims then chased Soza, who dropped items like a water bottle, a vape, a measuring cup and a PlayStation controller, according to police.
—CBS News, 26 Nov. 2025
The set includes a couple of different variations of GIR’s cult favorite mini silicone spatulas, along with a flipper that’s perfect for silver dollar pancakes and a whisk that’s the ideal size for emulsifying small batches of salad dressing or beating eggs and milk in a liquid measuring cup.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for measuring cup
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“Measuring cup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/measuring%20cup. Accessed 20 Dec. 2025.
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