spoonful
Americannoun
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the amount that a spoon is able to hold
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a small quantity
Spelling
See -ful.
Other Word Forms
- half-spoonful adjective
Etymology
Origin of spoonful
First recorded in 1250–1300, spoonful is from the Middle English word sponeful. See spoon, -ful
Example Sentences
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Roasted apples, dusted with cinnamon and brown sugar, bring soft caramelized notes, while spoonfuls of apple butter introduce deep, sticky fruit flavor.
From Salon
Sami gives an approving nod as he tastes a spoonful.
From BBC
The herbs steeped, releasing their piney, slightly peppery fragrance, alongside a spoonful of chicken bouillon, which nudged the sauce firmly into savory territory.
From Salon
A spoonful of brown sugar becomes caramel as it melts; diced apples collapse into little pockets of warmth; cinnamon laces the air with something almost nostalgic.
From Salon
Before he goes out for lacrosse games, it’s tradition that he has a spoonful of honey.
From Los Angeles Times
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