What does SPOON mean?

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Noun, verb

Definitions:

Noun: an implement consisting of a small shallow bowl, oval or round, at the end of a handle, used for eating, stirring, and serving food.

Verb: to scoop up or transfer (food) with or as if with a spoon.

Pronunciations:

US: /spun/

UK: /spuːn/

Origin and Usage:

The word "spoon" originated from Old English "spon" which means a chip of wood or a splinter. The first recorded use of the word "spoon" to refer to a utensil for eating was in the 14th century. Spoons have been used for centuries, and they are still widely used today for eating, stirring, and serving food.

Synonyms:

Ladle, scoop, spoonful, utensil

Related Words:

Knife, fork, plate, dish, bowl

Example Sentences:

1. She stirred her tea with a silver spoon.
2. He spooned some soup into his mouth.
3. She scooped up the ice cream with a spoon.