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