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

Same goes for a durable spatula—from flipping burgers to shifting veggies over hot grates, a turner will take you far. — Francesca Krempa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026

With rubber spatula, use folding motion to evenly combine water and flour mixture. — ABC News, 29 June 2026

Use a spatula to quickly move the eggs around for 30 seconds or until a wet, custardy consistency develops. — Candy Hom, AJC.com, 28 June 2026

Using a cake spatula under the dough, gently lift it, scooting flour underneath if needed, to make sure dough will not stick to the surface. — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 26 June 2026

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