Meaning of the word spoon in English

What does spoon mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

spoon

US /spuːn/

UK /spuːn/

an eating utensil consisting of a small, shallow bowl or oval-shaped container at the end of a handle

Example:

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Please pass me a spoon for my soup.

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She stirred her coffee with a small spoon.

Synonym:

scoop ladle

to scoop or lift with a spoon

Example:

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He carefully spooned the sugar into his tea.

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She spooned the mashed potatoes onto each plate.

Synonym:

scoop ladle

to lie with one's body curved against another person's body, especially so that one person is behind the other

Example:

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They loved to spoon on the couch while watching movies.

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The couple spooned comfortably under the blankets.

Synonym:

cuddle snuggle embrace