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

Recent Examples on the Web

Cook, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon or heat-safe spatula, until the butter is melted and the corn is warm (about 5 minutes). —Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2024

Spoon cream cheese mixture into cooled crust; smooth top using a small offset spatula. —Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 3 June 2024

Add the water and use a spatula to mix until the dough comes together, forming a sticky dough ball. —Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 28 May 2024

In addition to three flat pouches, this set also comes with two pump bottles, two mini jars, one mini funnel, one mini spatula, and one mini pipette. —Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Dec. 2023

Word History

Etymology

Late Latin, spoon, spatula — more at epaulet

First Known Use

1525, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

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