Definitions

1. noun

A person who grinds or sells coffee, or a person who makes or sells cups.

“The coffee shop owner was a skilled cupper, able to detect even the slightest imperfections in the coffee’s flavor.”

2. verb

To grind or prepare coffee for drinking.

“She cupped the coffee beans to release their full flavor and aroma.”

3. verb

To make cups of a particular material, especially ceramic or earthenware.

“The artisan cupped the clay to create delicate, intricate designs on the ceramic cups.”