Meaning & Definition of word "Spoon"

Spoon

/spuːn/

1. A utensil consisting of a round or oval bowl on a handle, used for eating, stirring, and serving food.
- Example: She used a silver spoon to stir the soup.
2. A small amount of something, often used in cooking or serving.
- Example: Add a spoon of sugar to your tea.
3. A person who is easily fooled or manipulated.
- Example: Don't be a spoon; think for yourself!

1. To scoop or serve with a spoon.
- Example: He spooned the ice cream into the bowl.
2. To nestle closely together, as in a cozy position.
- Example: They spooned on the couch while watching a movie.

●The word 'spoon' originates from Old English 'spōn', meaning 'chip, flake, splinter'.

spoon feeding:

To give someone something in an overly simplistic or easy way.

spoonerism:

A verbal error in which the initial sounds of two or more words are swapped.

two peas in a pod:

Referring to two people that are similar or go together well, often used in a playful context.

scoop:

A utensil used to lift or move a large amount of food.

fork:

A utensil with prongs used for eating or serving food.

knife:

A utensil used for cutting or spreading food.

Meaning: To spoon means to cuddle closely together.

● Example Sentence: They were spooning on the couch all evening.

Meaning: To spoon someone can mean to treat someone like a child by giving them everything they need.

● Example Sentence: Stop spooning him; he needs to learn to be independent.

Meaning: To spoon can also refer to sharing drugs or sneaking a hit.

● Example Sentence: We were just spooning a little before going out.