| 释义 |
stoup
noun
also stoop \ˈstüp\
(-s)
Etymology: Middle English stowp, probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse staup cup — more at steep
1. chiefly Scotland : bucket, pail
2.
a. : a container for beverages: as
(1) : a large glass
(2) : tankard
(3) : flagon
< set me the stoups of wine upon that table — Shakespeare >
b. : the contents of a stoup
< bade him come aboard and drink a stoup — Hope Muntz >
3. : a basin at the entrance of a Roman Catholic church to contain holy water in which those entering may dip their fingers before blessing themselves |