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dessertspoon Definition

dessert·spoon (-spo̵̅o̅n′)

noun

a spoon between a teaspoon and tablespoon in size, used in eating dessert
dessertspoon Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • sugar: As long as the mixture doesn't go runny then stir it in, along with 2 dessertspoons of caster sugar.
  • mixture: Drop dessertspoons of the mixture on to the apple.

Converse of object

  • heap: Remove a couple of heaped dessertspoons of this crumble mix and set to one side.
  • put: Put a dessertspoon of the cooled strained rhubarb into four glass ramekin dishes.
  • use: Using a dessertspoon, add the caster sugar a spoonful at a time at 10 second intervals, keeping the mixer on high speed.

Adjective modifier

  • rounded: As with cafetiere coffee, the golden rule of thumb here is a rounded dessertspoon, or seven grams, per cup.

Modifies a noun

  • oil: Sift the flour into a bowl, crack the eggs in, pour in the milk and ½ dessertspoon oil, and then whisk.