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

Examples of measuring cup in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Don't Default to a Full Cap of Detergent Liquid and powder laundry detergents need to be measured before they're added to the washing machine, and detergent makers include a measuring cup in their packaging. — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 June 2026

In a measuring cup or small bowl, stir together the yogurt, mayonnaise, chives, dill and garlic powder; season with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper. — Emily Weinstein, Twin Cities, 4 June 2026

The lid cover also serves as a measuring cup. — Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026

Bissell stresses that consumers should not dispose of the machine, water tank cap, and measuring cup of cleaners, as those parts are not affected. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 10 Apr. 2026

Rhymes for measuring cup

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