spatula

noun

spat·u·la ˈspa-chə-lə

ˈspach-lə

: a flat thin implement used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, or lifting

Examples of spatula in a Sentence

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Gradually add half of the warm cream mixture to mashed potatoes, folding with a spatula until combined, followed by ½ cup sour cream. — Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Oct. 2026 Fry until the skin is deeply browned and crisp, 4 to 6 minutes per side, using tongs and a fish spatula to turn and a spoon to baste the top of the fish with hot oil a few times. — Emma Specter, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026 Fold together with a silicone spatula until a few dry streaks remain, then fold in the chocolate chips. — ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026 If needed, loosen the sides with a metal spatula, turn upside down. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for spatula

Word History

Etymology

Late Latin, spoon, spatula — more at epaulet

First Known Use

1525, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of spatula was in 1525

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spatula

noun

spat·u·la ˈspach-ə-lə

: an instrument with a thin flexible blade used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances or lifting

Medical Definition

spatula

noun

spat·u·la ˈspach-(ə-)lə

: a flat thin instrument for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, lifting, or scraping

spatula

noun

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