spoonful

noun

spoon·​ful ˈspün-ˌfu̇l 

plural spoonfuls ˈspün-ˌfu̇lz  also spoonsful ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l 

: as much as a spoon will hold

specifically : teaspoonful

Examples of spoonful in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Historically, a spoonful of cod liver oil was administered to treat children with rickets, a disease caused by vitamin D deficiency that results in brittle bones. —Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 6 Jan. 2026

The chicken and cherry tomatoes roast together on a single sheet pan, then the chicken is topped with cheese and finished with spoonfuls of the smashed, roasted tomatoes. —Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Jan. 2026

Additionally, pour a few spoonfuls of remaining au jus sauce over the prime rib. —Patricia S York, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025

Most workdays LeAnne Withrow skips breakfast, has a granola bar or a spoonful of peanut butter for lunch and drinks as little water as possible. —Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 11 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for spoonful

• brimful
• handful
• mouthful
• roomful
• full
• pull
• wool

Kids Definition

spoonful

noun

spoon·​ful ˈspün-ˌfu̇l 

plural spoonfuls -ˌfu̇lz  also spoonsful ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l 

: as much as a spoon can hold