Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spatula
noun
/ˈspætʃ.ul.ə/
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Definition
A kitchen utensil with a flat, flexible blade used for lifting, flipping, or spreading food.
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Examples
- She used a spatula to flip the pancakes.
- The chef grabbed a spatula to spread the icing on the cake.
- It’s easier to lift cookies off the baking sheet with a spatula.
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Meaning
A spatula can refer to a tool used in cooking and baking to manipulate food items.
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Synonyms
- Turner
- Flipper
- Spreader