ladle Synonyms
Another word for ladle
• noun (Context 1)
A large, long-handled spoon with a deep, cup-shaped bowl, used for serving liquids such as soup, stew, or sauce.
"She used a silver dipper to serve the hot pumpkin soup into porcelain bowls."
• verb (Context 2)
To serve or distribute liquid or semi-liquid food using a large, deep spoon.
"The volunteer ladled hot stew onto the plates of the waiting guests."
• verb (Context 3)
To distribute or deal out something (such as money, advice, or praise) generously or lavishly.
"The manager ladled out bonuses to the entire department after the record-breaking quarter."
• noun (Context 4)
A large, heavy vessel used in metallurgy and foundries for transporting and pouring molten metal.
"The crane operator carefully tilted the massive crucible to pour the glowing liquid steel into the mold."
Opposites of ladle
The opposite of ladle shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: