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slotted spoon

American  

noun

  1. a large spoon whose bowl has several slots slot or holes for draining liquid from food being ladled.


Etymology

Origin of slotted spoon

slot 1 + -ed 3

Example Sentences

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Drain okra from egg-milk soak using a slotted spoon or spider and place in bag of flour-cornmeal mixture.

From Salon Apr. 1, 2025

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the pork to a plate.

From Washington Times Jan. 2, 2024

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the sausage to a small bowl; set aside.

From Washington Times Sep. 18, 2023

Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a food processor.

From Seattle Times Jul. 14, 2023

Slip dough off fork; remove from oil with slotted spoon and immediately dip into warm sugar mixture to coat well.

From The Perdue Chicken Cookbook by Perdue, Mitzi

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