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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Using a measuring cup, spoon the batter into each of the three prepared pans, one scoop at a time to ensure an even distribution.
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Essence, 22 Dec. 2025
Use the bottom of a heavy glass or measuring cup to smash squash pieces, without breaking them, to about 1/2-inch thickness.
—Jessica Saari Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Dec. 2025
Use the flat bottom of a 1-cup measuring cup to press down firmly and spread the crumb mixture evenly, tamping and pressing out starting from the center.
—Justin Burke, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2025
Both victims then chased Soza, who dropped items like a water bottle, a vape, a measuring cup and a PlayStation controller, according to police.
—CBS News, 26 Nov. 2025
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Essence, 22 Dec. 2025
Use the bottom of a heavy glass or measuring cup to smash squash pieces, without breaking them, to about 1/2-inch thickness.
—Jessica Saari Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Dec. 2025
Use the flat bottom of a 1-cup measuring cup to press down firmly and spread the crumb mixture evenly, tamping and pressing out starting from the center.
—Justin Burke, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2025
Both victims then chased Soza, who dropped items like a water bottle, a vape, a measuring cup and a PlayStation controller, according to police.
—CBS News, 26 Nov. 2025
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“Measuring cup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/measuring%20cup. Accessed 31 Dec. 2025.
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