spoonful

noun

spoon·ful ˈspün-ˌfu̇l

plural spoonfuls ˈspün-ˌfu̇lz

also spoonsful ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l

: as much as a spoon will hold

specifically : teaspoonful

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With more time, make a simple bean salad: Mince a red onion and mix with a spoonful of Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, pepper and a handful of cooked beans. —

Luke Fortney, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025 Even a humble staple like queso is elevated with smokey undertones, a version so good that it can easily be eaten by the spoonful, alternating with the addictively piquant salsa verde that comes to the table with warm tortilla chips. —

Claudia Alarcón, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025 The model mixes a dash of coconut oil with a smidge of honey and a spoonful of brown sugar. —

Jenny Berg, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024 Did your childhood snacks consist of spoonfuls of peanut butter, cheese sandwiches, and bread with butter and cinnamon sugar? —

Suzanne Hayes, Parents, 31 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for spoonful