Meaning & Definition of word "Spoonful"

Spoonful

/ˈspuːn.fəl/

1. The amount that a spoon can hold, used as a measurement.
- Example: She added a spoonful of sugar to her tea.
2. An indefinite quantity; often used to suggest a small or generous amount.
- Example: Just a spoonful of medicine is all you need to feel better.
3. A serving of food or substance taken with a spoon.
- Example: He took a spoonful of the soup and savored the flavor.

●Combining 'spoon' with the suffix '-ful' to denote a full quantity of whatever the spoon can hold.

a spoonful of sugar:

Something that makes something unpleasant more bearable, typically used in reference to the song lyric about taking medicine.

give a spoonful:

To provide a small amount of something, often in context of sharing or giving a helpful suggestion.

spoon:

A utensil used for eating or serving food.

measure:

A specific quantity of something used for cooking or medicine.

serving:

An amount of food or drink intended for one person.

Meaning: A small but significant amount of something, often used in a context where the quantity is understated.

● Example Sentence: Just give me a spoonful of your wisdom on this.

Meaning: In some circles, it can refer to a small but impactful experience or story.

● Example Sentence: That night was just a spoonful of adventure in my otherwise mundane life.