cup

US /kʌp/
UK /kʌp/
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1.

a small, bowl-shaped container, typically with a handle, used for drinking tea, coffee, or other beverages

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She poured hot tea into her favorite cup.
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He drank a cup of coffee every morning.
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2.

the contents of a cup

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She drank a whole cup of water.
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Add a cup of flour to the mixture.
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a trophy in the shape of a large cup, awarded as a prize in a competition

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The team won the championship cup.
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He lifted the World Cup above his head.
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to form (something) into the shape of a cup

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She cupped her hands to catch the water.
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He cupped her face in his hands.
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