Cup

noun
/kʌp/

Meaning

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

Example Sentences

She drank tea from her favorite ceramic cup.

She drank a cup of tea in the morning.

Example Expressions

cup of tea

Synonyms

mug, glass, tumbler, chalice, goblet
Entry 1
mug, glass, tumbler, chalice
Entry 2
mug, glass, goblet, chalice

Antonyms

bottle, jug

Collocations

tea cup, coffee cup, paper cup, measuring cup, cup of tea
Entry 1
tea cup, coffee cup, paper cup, measuring cup
Entry 2
cup of tea, coffee cup, paper cup, measuring cup

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