Definition: Having a hard outer layer or surface, often rough or tough; can also describe someone who is unfriendly or gruff in manner.

Example: The bread was crusty on the outside but soft inside.

Definition: A plant from Southeast Asia that has spicy, berry-like fruits and is used in perfumes and flavorings.

Example: The chef added cubeb to the dish for an extra layer of flavor.

Definition: A long, green vegetable that is often eaten raw in salads or pickled. It has a crisp texture and a mild flavor.

Example: I added slices of cucumber to my salad for extra crunch.

Definition: A spice made from the dried seeds of a plant, often used in cooking to add flavor to dishes like curries and chili.

Example: I added cumin to the stew for extra flavor.

Definition: A small, oval citrus fruit with a sweet skin and sour flesh, often eaten whole or used in cooking.

Example: I added some cumquats to the salad for a burst of flavor.

Definition: To place something into a cup or to shape something like a cup.

Example: She decided to cup her hands to catch the rainwater.

Definition: A person who serves drinks, especially wine, in a royal or formal setting.

Example: The cupbearer presented the king with a beautifully crafted goblet of wine.

Definition: A quantity of something that fills a cup.

Example: She poured a cupful of sugar into the bowl.

Definition: Having a shape or form that is similar to a cup.

Example: The cuplike structure of the flower attracted many bees.

Definition: Having a shape that resembles a cup, often used to describe something that is hollow or curved inward.

Example: The cupped hands of the child held the water carefully.

Definition: To form something into a shape that resembles a cup, often using the hands or another object.

Example: She cupped her hands to catch the falling rain.