spatula

noun

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spat·u·la | \ ˈspa-chə-lə

, ˈspach-lə \

Definition of spatula

: 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 Fluff the rice with a rice paddle or rubber spatula again, and stir in the rice vinegar, sugar, if using, and salt. — Washington Post, 5 May 2022 The pan also comes with a few extras, including hot grips and a wooden spatula. — Jake Smith, Glamour, 5 Apr. 2022 And then there’s this ultrasonic exfoliating skin spatula from Essia. — Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 26 Apr. 2022 Stored in a protective case, this set comes with a stainless steel spatula, fork, tongs, basting brush, grill brush, salt and pepper shakers, eight corn holders and four skewers. — Annie O’sullivan, Good Housekeeping, 20 Apr. 2022 Apply a thin layer to the entire vase with a silicone spatula and let dry completely. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Apr. 2022 When butter is foaming, gently scrape egg base into pan and, using back of spatula, spread into an even circle. — Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 24 Mar. 2022 Then the tortilla is carefully peeled off with a thin spatula. — Cesar Hernandez, San Francisco Chronicle, 11 Mar. 2022 Before turning, run a spatula under the fish to make sure that the fillets aren’t sticking, Turn and cook for 1-2 minutes on the other side, until fish can be flaked with a fork. — Tribune News Service, cleveland, 8 Mar. 2022 See More

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