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cup 1. a unit of capacity used in cooking equal to approximately half a pint, 8 fluid ounces, or about one quarter of a litre 2. a mixed drink with one ingredient as a base, usually served from a bowl 3. Golf the hole or metal container in the hole on a green 4. Christian religion the chalice or the consecrated wine used in the Eucharist cup [kəp] (design engineering) A cylindrical part with only one end open. (engineering) A low spot forming on a tool joint shoulder as a result of wobbling. (mathematics) The symbol ∪, which indicates the union of two sets. (metallurgy) Sheet metal part formed during the first deep-drawing operation. Cup [kəp] (astronomy) How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Corney was about to solace herself with a cup of tea. Just as he was going to lie down, the eldest of the princesses brought him a cup of wine; but the soldier threw it all away secretly, taking care not to drink a drop. Tiggy-winkle made tea--a cup for herself and a cup for Lucie. |
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