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cupful

Cupful (noun) means the amount necessary to fill a cup.

noun
1
The amount necessary to fill a cup.
2
A half pint, i.e. eight ounces
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Etymology

From Middle English copful, copfull, cupfulle, cuppefulle, equivalent to cup + -ful. Cognate with Saterland Frisian Kopful (“cupful”), West Frisian kopfol (“cupful”).

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of cupful?

"cupful" (noun) means the amount necessary to fill a cup.

What are the different meanings of cupful?

"cupful" has 2 main meanings: 1. The amount necessary to fill a cup; 2. A half pint, i.e. eight ounces.

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