spatula

Definition

A flat, flexible kitchen utensil with a wide, thin blade used for flipping, spreading, scraping, or lifting food during cooking and food preparation. Comes in various materials including rubber, silicone, metal, and wood.

Example Usage

She used a rubber spatula to scrape the batter from the mixing bowl.

Origin

From Latin 'spatula,' diminutive of 'spatha' meaning 'broad blade' or 'sword.'

Fun Fact

The word 'spatula' is related to 'spade' and 'species,' all stemming from the same Latin root for something broad or flat.

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