Meaning of loving cup | Babel Free

Definitions

1. A large cup with two or more handles, passed around for all to drink from
2. A ceremonial version of such a cup awarded as a trophy.

Examples

“Each Branch of Local remitting not less than $50 and under $100 in memberships and subscriptions will receive a library valued at $5 and a loving cup.”

“Good-fellowship is like a loving cup; it must be passed around to make it of value.”

“Harriet's aunt, Miss Darcy, had lost her father's signet ring, and a loving cup [...]”

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