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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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Cook, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon or heat-safe spatula, until the butter is melted and the corn is warm (about 5 minutes).
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2024
Spoon cream cheese mixture into cooled crust; smooth top using a small offset spatula.
—Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 3 June 2024
Add the water and use a spatula to mix until the dough comes together, forming a sticky dough ball.
—Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 28 May 2024
In addition to three flat pouches, this set also comes with two pump bottles, two mini jars, one mini funnel, one mini spatula, and one mini pipette.
—Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Dec. 2023
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“Spatula.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spatula. Accessed 19 Jun. 2024.
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
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