shou

/ʃoʊ/ or /ʃuː/ (SHOH or SHOO)

Definitions

1. noun

a small Chinese wine cup, typically made of ceramic or metal

“The tea master carefully poured the green tea into a delicate shou, admiring its intricate design.”

2. verb

to toast or make a toast, especially in a Chinese or Japanese context

“The guests shou-ed to the bride and groom with glasses of champagne.”

Synonyms

  • cup
  • goblet
  • toast

Antonyms

  • pour out
  • spill