spatula

(spac̸h′ə lə)

noun

any of various implements with a broad, flat, flexible blade, used for spreading or blending substances, as foods or paints, for scraping, etc.

Origin: L, dim. of spatha, flat blade: see spade

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noun

A small implement having a broad, flat, flexible blade that is used to mix, spread, or lift material.
A device, such as a small wooden paddle, used to press down the tongue during an examination of the mouth or throat.

Origin:

Origin: Latin, flat piece of wood, splint

Origin: , diminutive of spatha, broadsword; see spathe

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