Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spoonful
noun
/ˈspuːnfʊl/
Definition
A spoonful is a measurement of volume that represents the amount of a substance that can fit in a spoon, often used in cooking and serving.
Examples
- Please add a spoonful of sugar to the mixture.
- She took a spoonful of medicine to feel better.
- He enjoyed every spoonful of the delicious soup.
Meaning
The term ‘spoonful’ is commonly used to indicate a quantity of a substance, typically food or medicine, that one would scoop with a spoon.
Synonyms
- dash
- bit
- tablespoon
- teaspoon
- measure
