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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Pour the pan juices into a measuring cup, scraping up any bits of fond on the pan.
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John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 31 Dec. 2025
This measuring cup with a bright red handle is crafted with an easy-pour angled spout and a multitude of markings for cups, ounces, and milliliters.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
Pour braising liquid through a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl or measuring cup.
—Liz Mervosh, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
Using a measuring cup, spoon the batter into each of the three prepared pans, one scoop at a time to ensure an even distribution.
—Essence, 22 Dec. 2025
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John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 31 Dec. 2025
This measuring cup with a bright red handle is crafted with an easy-pour angled spout and a multitude of markings for cups, ounces, and milliliters.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
Pour braising liquid through a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl or measuring cup.
—Liz Mervosh, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
Using a measuring cup, spoon the batter into each of the three prepared pans, one scoop at a time to ensure an even distribution.
—Essence, 22 Dec. 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 10 Jan. 2026.
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