slotted spoon

noun

: a spoon that has narrow holes in it so that liquid can pass through

Examples of slotted spoon in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Use a fork or slotted spoon to transfer the marinated tofu to a baking sheet. — Ali Francis, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 July 2026

Using a slotted spoon, remove the chicken and the potatoes from the oil and drain on paper towels. — Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 27 July 2026

Lift the pasta out of the water with tongs or a slotted spoon (depending on the shape), or drain it in a colander — but not before saving some of that precious pasta water — and transfer it directly into the pot with the condimento. — Carolynn Carreño, Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2026

Remove bacon from skillet with a slotted spoon. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026

Rhymes for slotted spoon

• afternoon
• forenoon
• honeymoon
• importune
• laocoon
• opportune
• pantaloon
• picayune
• tablespoon
• attune
• baboon
• balloon