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Definitions

spoonful

[spoon-fool] / ˈspun fʊl /
NOUN
dose
Synonyms
STRONGEST
application dosage lot measure measurement prescription quantity shot
STRONG
dram draught fill fix hit nip potion share slug
NOUN
taste
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bit bite touch
STRONG
appetizer dash drop fragment hint morsel mouthful nip sampling sip sprinkling suggestion swallow tidbit tincture titbit trifle whiff wink
WEAK
canapé hors d'oeuvre soupçon
Antonyms
STRONG
lot

Example Sentences

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A spoonful of miso whisked into broth or a can of beans folded in at the right moment can stand in for hours of slow development.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

A spoonful stirred into chicken salad for something creamier without the weight.

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2026

But somebody in my party would always have something spicy and I can have a spoonful to add to mine.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

Labneh + minced hot dill pickles + a spoonful of brine.

From Salon • Feb. 18, 2026

I offer her a spoonful of cereal, but she shakes her head no.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko