spoons
word · lemma: spoon
Definition
A spoon is a utensil with a rounded bowl at the end of a handle, used for eating, stirring, or serving food. "Spoons" is the plural form, meaning more than one spoon.
Usage & Nuances
"Spoons" is typically used when talking about sets of cutlery, serving utensils, or in contexts like cooking and eating. In some phrases, "spoon" can be used metaphorically, such as in "spoon theory" (about energy/spoons as a unit of capacity in disability communities), but the primary meaning is literal.
Example Sentences
He always mixes his coffee with two spoons of sugar.
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We need more spoons for dinner tonight.
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Can you grab a couple of spoons for the dessert?
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There are three spoons on the table.
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Please wash the dirty spoons.
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All the spoons are missing from the drawer again!
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