spoonful
noun
spoon·ful
ˈspün-ˌfu̇l 
plural spoonfuls
ˈspün-ˌfu̇lz
also spoonsful
ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l
also spoonsful
ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l
: as much as a spoon will hold
specifically
: teaspoonful
Examples of spoonful in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Before giving them to her, add a spoonful of jam from Adams Apple Co. in Lexington, South Carolina.
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Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2024
Then, combine about a spoonful of water and a small amount of the drug (TACO suggests using a sample about the size of a strawberry seed).
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2024
Dinner: Make a hearty soup that contains bone, chicken, or vegetable broth, two cups of vegetables, and lean protein.
Snacks: Opt for applesauce or a spoonful of your favorite nut butter with a ripe banana.
—Amanda MacMillan, Health, 24 Mar. 2024
Ghirardelli Premium Chocolate Sauce Top quality chocolate, real vanilla and a fruity note of chocolate liquor make this a delicious spoonful that will enhance and upgrade any drink or dessert.
—Jolene Thym, The Mercury News, 9 Feb. 2024
Garlic, shallots, and a touch of white wine vinegar add complexity to each spoonful.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2024
Dollop a few spoonfuls of fresh basil pesto on the fish right before serving to preserve its green color.
—Domenica Marchetti, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
On top is a six-minute egg that oozes appropriately, a tangle of scallions, pickled shiitake mushrooms and a spoonful of chili crisp.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 15 Jan. 2024
Plus there’s just the old feel-better factor of sipping on a spoonful of the warm salty stuff.
—Christine Byrne, Mph, SELF, 4 Mar. 2024
Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2024
Then, combine about a spoonful of water and a small amount of the drug (TACO suggests using a sample about the size of a strawberry seed).
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2024
Dinner: Make a hearty soup that contains bone, chicken, or vegetable broth, two cups of vegetables, and lean protein.
Snacks: Opt for applesauce or a spoonful of your favorite nut butter with a ripe banana.
—Amanda MacMillan, Health, 24 Mar. 2024
Ghirardelli Premium Chocolate Sauce Top quality chocolate, real vanilla and a fruity note of chocolate liquor make this a delicious spoonful that will enhance and upgrade any drink or dessert.
—Jolene Thym, The Mercury News, 9 Feb. 2024
Garlic, shallots, and a touch of white wine vinegar add complexity to each spoonful.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2024
Dollop a few spoonfuls of fresh basil pesto on the fish right before serving to preserve its green color.
—Domenica Marchetti, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
On top is a six-minute egg that oozes appropriately, a tangle of scallions, pickled shiitake mushrooms and a spoonful of chili crisp.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 15 Jan. 2024
Plus there’s just the old feel-better factor of sipping on a spoonful of the warm salty stuff.
—Christine Byrne, Mph, SELF, 4 Mar. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined above
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spoonful
noun
spoon·ful
ˈspün-ˌfu̇l
plural spoonfuls
-ˌfu̇lz
also spoonsful
ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l
also spoonsful
ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l
: as much as a spoon can hold
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