stoup Meaning & Definition
/stuːp/
What Does Stoup Mean?
As a noun, stoup means A bucket. It can also mean A mug or other drinking vessel. As a verb, it means Obsolete form of stoop.
Word Facts for Stoup
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /stuːp/ |
| Synonyms | stoop |
| Plural | stoups |
| Verb forms | stoups, stouping, stouped |
Stoup Definition (Noun)
- A bucket.
- A mug or other drinking vessel.
- A receptacle for holy water, especially a basin set at the entrance of a church.
Stoup as a Verb
- Obsolete form of stoop.
Synonyms of Stoup
Stoup synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
stoup (plural stoups)
stoup (third-person singular simple present stoups, present participle stouping, simple past and past participle stouped)
Words That Rhyme With Stoup
Origin of Stoup
From Old Norse staup, from Proto-Germanic *staupo- (whence Old English stēap). See stoop (“a vessel”). More at stop.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stoup
Is stoup a noun or a verb?
Stoup is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for stoup?
Words with a similar meaning to stoup include stoop. See the full list of stoup synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of stoup?
The plural of stoup is stoups.
What is the past tense of stoup?
The past tense of stoup is stouped. The present participle is stouping.