verb to hold something in the hands in a curved shape, like a cup
In cooking, 'cupped' may describe a measurement technique where ingredients are held in a cupped hand to measure a rough amount.
In anatomy, the term 'cupped' may refer to a concave shape or structure, such as cupped hands or cupped ears.
In sports like soccer or football, 'cupped' may refer to a hand position used to catch or hold a ball securely.
In botany, 'cupped' may describe a flower or leaf shape that is concave or cup-like.
The writer cupped her hands around the microphone to block out background noise during the interview.
The psychologist asked the patient to cup their hands together and imagine holding their worries in them.
The chef cupped the flour in her hands before adding it to the mixing bowl.
The athlete cupped his hands to drink water from the fountain during the game.
The artist cupped her hands to blend the colors on the canvas.
The photographer cupped his hands around the lens to prevent glare from the sun.
The musician cupped his hands around the microphone to create a unique vocal effect.
The teacher cupped her hands around the student's face to demonstrate proper hand placement for a pottery project.