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

From Washington Times • Jan. 2, 2024

Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a plate.

From Washington Times • Jul. 21, 2023

Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a food processor.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 14, 2023

Fry a few pakoras at a time for 5 to 7 minutes, turning the pakora occasionally with a skimmer or slotted spoon to promote even browning.

From Salon • Jun. 28, 2023

With slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towel to drain; set aside.

From The Perdue Chicken Cookbook by Perdue, Mitzi

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