spoonful

noun

spoon·​ful ˈspün-ˌfu̇l How to pronounce spoonful (audio)
plural spoonfuls ˈspün-ˌfu̇lz How to pronounce spoonful (audio) also spoonsful ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l How to pronounce spoonful (audio)
: as much as a spoon will hold
specifically : teaspoonful

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Add a generous, heaping spoonful of the zucchini ragu (about 1/2 cup) to the pan along with a splash of the reserved pasta water. — ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026 The experience starts with the Roaring Jewel Martini, made with Beluga Gold Line Vodka, a dry vermouth rinse, a float of Billecart-Salmon Champagne Le Réserve, and a spoonful of Beluga caviar. — Emily Price, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 The roaring jewel martini is made with Beluga Gold Line Vodka and a dry vermouth rinse, then topped with Billecart-Salmon Champagne Le Reserve and garnished with olives and a spoonful of beluga caviar. — Henri Hollis, AJC.com, 3 Aug. 2026 Each spoonful was rich and silky, with creamy vanilla pudding coating tender banana slices and vanilla wafers that soaked up enough sweetness to become cake-like. — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for spoonful

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of spoonful was in the 14th century

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“Spoonful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spoonful. Accessed 10 Aug. 2026.

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