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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Whisk together the buttermilk, mashed banana, and eggs in a medium mixing bowl or large glass measuring cup.
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Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
In small bowl or 4-cup measuring cup with handle, combine zest, juice, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons salt, pepper and parsley.
—Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 1 Jan. 2025
Measure 1 cup of heavy cream into a deep bowl or measuring cup.
—Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 16 Dec. 2024
Measure 1 cup heavy cream into a deep bowl or 4-cup measuring cup.
—Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 16 Dec. 2024
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Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
In small bowl or 4-cup measuring cup with handle, combine zest, juice, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons salt, pepper and parsley.
—Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 1 Jan. 2025
Measure 1 cup of heavy cream into a deep bowl or measuring cup.
—Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 16 Dec. 2024
Measure 1 cup heavy cream into a deep bowl or 4-cup measuring cup.
—Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Measuring cup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/measuring%20cup. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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