Cuphead

/ˈkʌphed/ noun

Definition

The top or head part of a cup, or a decorative architectural element shaped like a cup.

Etymology

From cup + head (the top or prominent part). Used in both everyday language and architectural terminology dating back to medieval building descriptions.

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