Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spatulate
adjective
/ˈspætʃ.ʊ.leɪt/
Definition
Resembling a spatula in shape; broad and flattened.
Examples
- The spatulate leaves of the plant helped in collecting sunlight efficiently.
- He used a spatulate tool to scrape the paint off the surface.
Meaning
The word ‘spatulate’ typically refers to an object that has a wide, flat shape with a rounded or tapered end, much like the kitchen tool it is named after.
Synonyms
- Flat
- Broad
- Flattened
