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noun
A large cup with two or more handles, passed around for all to drink from
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
A ceremonial version of such a cup awarded as a trophy.
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noun
a large metal vessel with two handles that is awarded as a trophy to the winner of a competition
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Synonyms: cup
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Broader terms: trophy, prize
Narrower terms: Davis Cup
noun
a large drinking vessel (usually with two handles) that people drink out of in turn at a banquet
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: drinking vessel
History
Named around 1810 for the sense of unity its use brought.
