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Spoonful

Definition:

A spoonful refers to the amount of a substance, typically a food or liquid, that can be held on a spoon.

Senses:

1. Noun (countable): A unit of measurement describing the quantity of a substance that can be held on a spoon.

2. Noun (countable): A small utensil with a shallow bowl and a handle used for eating and serving food.

3. Noun (uncountable): An unspecified small quantity of something.

Usage:

Popular Usage:

"Mom added a spoonful of sugar to the recipe for extra sweetness."

"He always takes a spoonful of honey to soothe his sore throat."

Local Usage:

"In our region, we enjoy eating dessert with a spoonful of whipped cream on top."

"The local tradition entails adding a spoonful of hot pepper sauce to the dish to give it an extra kick."

Sample Sentences:

1. She stirred the soup and tasted a spoonful to check the seasoning.

2. The baby eagerly gobbled up every spoonful of the pureed carrots.

3. John took a spoonful of cough syrup to alleviate his coughing.

4. Sally delicately scooped up a spoonful of ice cream before savoring its creamy flavor.

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