Sup (Verb)
Meaning
Take solid or liquid food into the mouth a little at a time either by drinking or by eating with a spoon.
Classification
Verbs of eating and drinking.
Examples
- She slowly began to sup the warm broth to help soothe her throat.
- He sat at the table supping the savory soup with his favorite spoon.
- The baby learned how to sup applesauce from a spoon at an early age.
- Carefully, she began to sup the coffee to avoid burning her tongue.
- He sat by the fire, quietly supping the warm tea.