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
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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.
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Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
Let the paste harden overnight, then remove it with paper towels soaked in warm water and a rubber spatula.
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
This silicone spatula set is already in my cart.
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Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
In a bowl, mix cocoa and 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons boiling water with a rubber spatula until smooth.
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Martha Stewart,
20 June 2026
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Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
Let the paste harden overnight, then remove it with paper towels soaked in warm water and a rubber spatula.
—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
This silicone spatula set is already in my cart.
—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
In a bowl, mix cocoa and 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons boiling water with a rubber spatula until smooth.
—
Martha Stewart,
20 June 2026
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“Spatula.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spatula. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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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
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