spoonful
noun
spoon·ful
ˈspün-ˌfu̇l 
plural spoonfuls
ˈspün-ˌfu̇lz
also spoonsful
ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l
also spoonsful
ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l
: as much as a spoon will hold
specifically
: teaspoonful
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Drain the water, then toss the gnocchi with a spoonful or two of oil.
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 May 2025
For something indulgent, the Nikkei fried chicken & caviar pairs crunch with a spoonful of osetra caviar.
—Keyla Vasconcellos, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
Double down on the pimiento cheese and serve a slice with a spoonful of pimiento cheese in a sandwich.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 18 May 2025
This delectable spread comes in elegant Keepsake Packaging, crafted to be cherished long after the last spoonful.
—Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2025
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 May 2025
For something indulgent, the Nikkei fried chicken & caviar pairs crunch with a spoonful of osetra caviar.
—Keyla Vasconcellos, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
Double down on the pimiento cheese and serve a slice with a spoonful of pimiento cheese in a sandwich.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 18 May 2025
This delectable spread comes in elegant Keepsake Packaging, crafted to be cherished long after the last spoonful.
—Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2025
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“Spoonful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spoonful. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.
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spoonful
noun
spoon·ful
ˈspün-ˌfu̇l
plural spoonfuls
-ˌfu̇lz
also spoonsful
ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l
also spoonsful
ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l
: as much as a spoon can hold
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