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 bottom of a heavy glass or measuring cup to smash potatoes, without breaking them, to about 1/2-inch thickness.
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Jessica Saari Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Nov. 2025
Consider lining your pan with foil for an easy way to transfer the drippings into a measuring cup or other container (and for easier holiday cleanup).
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 25 Nov. 2025
Unwrap the candies and put them into a deep, microwave-safe measuring cup or bowl.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
Don’t forget to add The Laundress’ handy laundry measuring cup to cart.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
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Jessica Saari Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Nov. 2025
Consider lining your pan with foil for an easy way to transfer the drippings into a measuring cup or other container (and for easier holiday cleanup).
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 25 Nov. 2025
Unwrap the candies and put them into a deep, microwave-safe measuring cup or bowl.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
Don’t forget to add The Laundress’ handy laundry measuring cup to cart.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 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 30 Nov. 2025.
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