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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Run an offset spatula around sides of cake to loosen, then invert out onto rack.
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Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
Using a rubber spatula, spread it toward the edges and tap the pan on the counter to level the batter.
—CNN Money, 24 Jan. 2026
To complete the foundation applying ritual, Pyrpylis created a primer, makeup brush, palette, and spatula as well.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2026
Use a spatula to level filling.
—Kathryn Gregory, Louisville Courier Journal, 23 Jan. 2026
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Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
Using a rubber spatula, spread it toward the edges and tap the pan on the counter to level the batter.
—CNN Money, 24 Jan. 2026
To complete the foundation applying ritual, Pyrpylis created a primer, makeup brush, palette, and spatula as well.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2026
Use a spatula to level filling.
—Kathryn Gregory, Louisville Courier Journal, 23 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for spatula
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“Spatula.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spatula. Accessed 1 Feb. 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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