Spatula: meaning, definitions and examples

Generally used in cooking to spread, mix, or lift food. A broad term that can refer to both flippers and turners.

• She used a spatula to spread the icing on the cake.
• The chef used a spatula to fold the ingredients together.

Another term for a flipper, used in cooking for turning or flipping food items. It can be considered synonymous with 'flipper.'

• He uses a turner to flip the fish fillets.
• The cook reached for the turner to handle the delicate omelet.

Specifically used in cooking, especially for flipping foods like pancakes, burgers, or fish. Often has a long handle and a flat, wide blade.

• He used a flipper to turn the pancakes.
• The grill master expertly used a flipper to cook the burgers.

Commonly used in cooking and baking, particularly for serving pie, cake, or pizza. It usually has a triangular shape and a flat, broad surface.

• She grabbed a slice to serve the pizza.
• The host used a slice to plate the cake for guests.

Same as the first entry for 'spatula'.

A scraper is used to remove or clean a surface, such as scraping off paint or food residue. It typically has a handle and a sharp or flat edge. It's also used in a construction context for leveling out surfaces.

• He used a scraper to remove the old paint from the wall.
• The construction worker employed a large scraper to even out the soil.

A collector is someone who gathers or amasses items, usually of a particular type, such as stamps, coins, or art. The term can also refer to a device that collects something, such as dust or sunlight.

• He is a well-known collector of rare books.
• The solar collector on the roof helped reduce the household's energy costs.