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
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Created for lovers of chocolate, the new collection is made with extra cream and 45% more cocoa than Tillamook classic chocolate ice cream flavors, creating richer, darker, decadent flavors that provide maximum delight by the spoonful.
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Tracy Yochum, Miami Herald, 4 June 2024
Over spoonfuls of Dominique Ansel’s key lime pie at Caesars Palace and many more sweets, Valastro shares stories with Harris about his growing empire of bakeries and cake vending machines.
—Laurie Ochoa, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2024
Add unique flavors of vinegars, a spoonful of miso, a drizzle of pomegranate or grape molasses, or a splash of fruit juice to your marinades, Kochilas recommends.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2024
Squeeze the juice from one lemon into a bowl, along with a spoonful of water.
—Nicole Harris, Parents, 22 May 2024
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Tracy Yochum, Miami Herald, 4 June 2024
Over spoonfuls of Dominique Ansel’s key lime pie at Caesars Palace and many more sweets, Valastro shares stories with Harris about his growing empire of bakeries and cake vending machines.
—Laurie Ochoa, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2024
Add unique flavors of vinegars, a spoonful of miso, a drizzle of pomegranate or grape molasses, or a splash of fruit juice to your marinades, Kochilas recommends.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2024
Squeeze the juice from one lemon into a bowl, along with a spoonful of water.
—Nicole Harris, Parents, 22 May 2024
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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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