Spatula (disambiguation)
WordNet
noun
(1) A hand tool with a thin flexible blade used to mix or spread soft substances
(2) A turner with a narrow flexible blade
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Etymology
From spatula the diminutive form of spatha ("a broad or flat tool") + -ula ("-ule") Compare spatha and spathe. From spathe ("broad blade").
Noun
- A kitchen utensil consisting of a flat surface attached to a long handle, used for turning, lifting or stirring food.
- A palette knife.
- A thin hand tool, often made of nickel, for handling chemicals or other materials, when weighing, etc.