spoon
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/spuːn/
utensil for eating
Etymology
Etymology Information
'spoon' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'spōn,' where 'spōn' meant 'chip of wood or splinter.'
Historical Evolution
'spōn' changed from Old English word 'spōn' and eventually became the modern English word 'spoon'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'chip of wood or splinter,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a utensil for eating or serving food.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a utensil consisting of a small, shallow bowl on a handle, used for eating, stirring, and serving food.
She used a spoon to eat her soup.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/12 03:06