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| ladle |
a spoon with a long handle and a deep bowl used for serving liquids such as soup or punch. [1/2 definitions] |
| measuring spoon |
a spoon, often attached with others of different sizes as a set, that when filled gives a specific amount of a substance. Measuring spoons are used especially in cooking or baking. |
| spoon |
the amount that a spoon will hold. [2/3 definitions] |
| spoonful |
the amount a spoon can hold. |
| tablespoon |
a large spoon used for serving or eating soup or stew. [1/2 definitions] |
| teaspoon |
a small spoon used with tea, coffee, or desserts. [1/2 definitions] |
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