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.
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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
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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
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“Suction cup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/suction%20cup. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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