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elevator
Noun
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An elevator is a machine that moves people and goods up and down between floors of a building.
Take the elevator to floor 13.
He took the elevator from his office to the parking garage.
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A grain elevator is a building that is used to store wheat, corn, or other grains.
cup
Noun
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A cup is deep round container open at the top, normally used to drink out of.
I'll bring you another cup of tea.
Please pour the water into the cup.
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A cup is a measurement of food or liquid for cooking and baking (about 237 milliliters).
Add 2 cups of sugar.
There are two cups in a pint.
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A cup is an award for the winner of a sports competition.
cup
Verb
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If you put your hands together in a round bowl-shape, you cup your hands.
Jean cupped her hands under the faucet to catch the water.