Difference between Cup and Mug

What is the difference between Cup and Mug?

Cup as a verb is to form into the shape of a cup, particularly of the hands while Mug as a verb is to assault for the purpose of robbery.

Cup

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To form into the shape of a cup, particularly of the hands To hold something in cupped hands

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A concave vessel for drinking from, usually made of opaque material (as opposed to a glass). A US unit of liquid measure equal to 8 fluid ounces, 1/16 of a US gallon, or 236.5882365 ml. A trophy in the shape of an oversized cup. A contest for which a cup is awarded. A cup-shaped object placed in the target hole. A rigid concave protective covering for the male genitalia. (for UK usage see box) One of the two parts of a brassiere which each cover a breast, used as a measurement of size. The symbol \cup denoting union and similar operations (confer cap.) A suit of the minor arcana in tarot, or one of the cards from the suit. (ultimate frisbee) A defensive style characterized by a three player near defense cupping the thrower; or those three players. A flexible concave membrane used to temporarily attach a handle or hook to a flat surface by means of suction (suction cup.)

Example sentence: We have a great sense of togetherness. It is our team spirit that has taken us to this World Cup.

Mug

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A large cup for hot liquids, usually having a handle and used without a saucer.The face, often used deprecatingly.A gullible or easily-cheated person.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To assault for the purpose of robbery.To exaggerate a facial expression for communicative emphasis; to make a face, to pose for photographs in an exaggerated or affected manner.

We hope you now know whether to use Cup or Mug in your sentence.

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