spatula
noun
spat·u·la
| \ ˈspa-chə-lə
, ˈspach-lə\
, ˈspach-lə\
Definition of spatula
: a flat thin implement used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, or lifting
Examples of spatula in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
With a large rubber spatula, stir in the chocolate chips and walnuts. 6. — Lisa Yockelson, BostonGlobe.com, "Recipe: Make this blondie cake your go-to dessert recipe this fall," 3 Sep. 2019 Add the prunes and with clean hands or a flat spatula, roll and flatten the prunes until they are coated with the chopped pumpkin seeds. — Susan Clotfelter, The Know, "Bored with raisins? Try these 5 “fancy” trail mix recipes," 27 Aug. 2019 But the objects were spoons and spatulas, and the men were Christians on a mission. — The Economist, "America grapples with a lethal mix of terrorism and lax gun laws," 8 Aug. 2019 Using a cake spatula or large spoon, mix until smooth. — Sara Mae Albert, Harper's BAZAAR, "How to Plan a Casual Chic Dinner Party," 2 Aug. 2019 Using 2 spatulas, gently flip patties and cook until well browned and crisp on second side, 4 to 6 minutes, adding extra oil as needed if skillet looks dry. — Washington Post, "How to turn chickpea fritters into a delicious burger," 15 July 2019 Using a slotted spatula, transfer the patties to a plate, tent loosely with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes. — Ben Mims, latimes.com, "Dry-Aged Burger with Gruyère and Homemade Garlic Mayonnaise," 26 June 2019 Instead of a canister beside the stovetop to hold your spatulas and spoons, move them to a drawer. — Jessica Dailey, Good Housekeeping, "X-tra Counter Space," 11 Feb. 2019 With a spatula, transfer the cookies from the paper to the racks to cool completely. — Jean Kressy, BostonGlobe.com, "Recipe: Bake brown sugar slice-and-bake cookies at a moment’s notice," 19 Aug. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'spatula.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for spatula
spatula
noun
English Language Learners Definition of spatula
: a kitchen tool that has a handle which is bent upward and a wide, thin blade used for lifting and turning foods on a hot surface
: a kitchen tool that has a long handle and short, soft blade and that is used especially for mixing, spreading, etc.
: a kitchen tool similar to a knife that has a flexible blade and that is used for mixing, spreading, etc.
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spatula
noun
spat·u·la
| \ ˈspa-chə-lə
\
\
Kids Definition of spatula
1
: a tool resembling a knife with a broad flexible blade that is used mostly for spreading or mixing soft substances
2
: a kitchen utensil with a long handle and a wide blade used for scraping batter from a bowl or for lifting and flipping food
spatula
noun
spat·u·la
| \ ˈspach-(ə-)lə
\
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Medical Definition of spatula
: a flat thin instrument for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, lifting, or scraping
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