Spoonlike

Pronunciation: /spuːnlaɪk/

Definitions of spoonlike

adjective describing something that resembles or is shaped like a spoon

Example Sentences

A1 The spoonlike object was perfect for scooping up the soup.

A2 She used a spoonlike tool to dig a small hole in the garden.

B1 The chef selected a spoonlike utensil to carefully plate the dish.

B2 The archaeologist discovered a spoonlike artifact during the excavation.

C1 The intricate design of the spoonlike sculpture impressed art enthusiasts.

C2 The scientist examined the spoonlike structure under a microscope to analyze its composition.

Examples of spoonlike in a Sentence

formal The scientist described the new species of fish as having a spoonlike shape.

informal I found a spoonlike rock on the beach that would be perfect for skipping.

slang Her new sunglasses have a spoonlike frame that's really trendy right now.

figurative The artist's painting had a spoonlike curve that added a unique touch to the composition.

Grammatical Forms of spoonlike

• past tense: spoonliked
• plural: spoonlikes
• comparative: more spoonlike
• superlative: most spoonlike
• present tense: spoonlike
• future tense: will be spoonlike
• perfect tense: have spoonliked
• continuous tense: is spoonliking
• singular: spoonlike
• positive degree: spoonlike
• infinitive: to spoonlike
• gerund: spoonliking
• participle: spoonliked

Origin and Evolution of spoonlike

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'spoonlike' originated from the combination of the word 'spoon' and the suffix '-like' which is used to form adjectives indicating resemblance to the base noun.

Evolution of the word: The term 'spoonlike' has maintained its original meaning of resembling a spoon in shape or function since its first known use, with no significant evolution in its usage over time.