Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cupped
adjective
/kʌpt/
Definition
Shaped or formed into a cup.
Examples
- She cupped her hands to catch the falling rain.
- The sculpture was beautifully cupped in the artist’s hands.
- He cupped his ear to hear better over the noise.
Meaning
To hold or shape something in the form of a cup, often to contain fluid or provide support.
Synonyms
- shaped
- hollowed
- concave