Spoon: meaning, definitions and examples

Used for eating or serving small amounts of food, especially soups, desserts, or stirring liquids.

• She stirred her tea with a spoon
• He ate his soup with a small spoon

Used for serving liquids or semi-liquids, typically in larger amounts. Common in kitchens for soups, stews, and punch.

• She used a ladle to serve the soup
• He dipped the ladle into the pot to get some stew

Used for picking up or serving solid or semi-solid foods, particularly ones like ice cream or flour. Can also be used metaphorically to describe obtaining information.

• She used a scoop to serve the ice cream
• The journalist got the latest scoop on the news story

Used for scooping and pouring liquids and can be found in places like a farm, river, or kitchen. It's often a deeper tool than a spoon.

• The farmer used a dipper to fill the water trough
• She used a dipper to ladle the broth into bowls

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This word is used to describe a gentle and affectionate embrace. It can be used in various situations such as romantic, familial, or comforting someone. It implies warmth and care.

• She loves to cuddle with her baby before bedtime.
• They cuddled under the blanket while watching a movie.

This word describes getting into a warm, comfortable, and pleasant position, often next to someone. It conveys a sense of coziness and tenderness.

• The cat likes to snuggle up to me on the sofa.
• They snuggled together by the fireplace in a cozy cabin.

Refers to holding someone closely in one's arms, usually out of affection, joy, or comfort. It can be used in formal and informal situations, often signifying strong emotions.

• After being apart for years, they finally saw each other and shared a long embrace.
• She embraced him tightly when she heard the good news.