spoon Synonyms
Another word for spoon
• noun (Context 1)
A utensil consisting of a small, shallow bowl on a handle, used primarily for eating, stirring, or serving food.
"She used a silver utensil to stir the sugar into her tea."
• verb (Context 2)
To transfer, scoop, or serve something (usually food or liquid) using a spoon.
"The chef carefully spooned the rich gravy over the mashed potatoes."
• noun (Context 3)
An amount corresponding to the capacity of a spoon; a spoonful.
"The recipe calls for a large spoonful of cinnamon."
• verb (Context 4)
To lie close together with another person, front to back with knees bent, often as an affectionate embrace.
"They spent the cold winter morning spooning together under the heavy quilt."
• noun (Context 5)
A shiny, curved metallic fishing lure designed to flutter and wobble in the water to attract predatory fish.
"He cast a silver lure near the reeds, hoping to catch a large pike."
• verb (Context 6)
To hit a ball weakly upwards into the air.
"The batsman spooned the ball straight into the hands of a waiting fielder."
Opposites of spoon
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of spoon varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites: