cup (one's) hands together

cup (one's) hands together

To hold one's hands together to catch something (typically a liquid) in them. I cupped my hands together under the running water and splashed my face.See also: cup, hand, together

cup one's hands together

to put one's hands together to form a sort of cup. He cupped his hands together and scooped up the water. You have to cup your hands together if you want a drink.See also: cup, hand, together