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

Afterward, use a spatula to gently fold in additional ingredients. —Mary Claire Britton, Southern Living, 22 Nov. 2024

Take a spatula and spread the caramel toffee evenly onto the crackers. —Christine Rousselle, Fox News, 3 Nov. 2024

Use a spatula to break up the meat into small pieces; cook without stirring until liquid evaporates and meat begins to sizzle in its own fat, then continue to cook and stir until meat begins to brown, about 7 minutes. —Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 2 Nov. 2024

Stir and press the dough together, using a stiff rubber spatula, until the dough sticks together. —Kathryn Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 31 Oct. 2024

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