utensils

word · lemma: utensil

Definition

Utensils are tools that you use for cooking or eating, such as spoons, forks, knives, and other kitchen tools.

Usage & Nuances

Usually refers to kitchen tools for preparing or eating food. Commonly used in plural. Collocations: 'kitchen utensils', 'eating utensils'. Do not confuse with appliances (like a blender) or cookware (like pots).

Example Sentences

Do you have any clean utensils, or should I wash some?

natural

Please wash the utensils after dinner.

basic

We need more utensils for the party.

basic

The chef brought out his favorite utensils.

basic

She forgot to pack utensils for the picnic, so we had to eat with our hands.

natural

There’s a drawer full of old utensils that nobody ever uses.

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