Entity: SPOON
A spoon is a utensil used for eating, stirring, measuring, ladling, etc., typically consisting of a small, shallow bowl with a handle. In slang, spooning refers to a form of cuddling where two people lay on their sides, with one person's back against the other's chest, resembling two spoons nested together in a drawer.
SPOON
Etymology
The word 'spoon' originates from Old English 'spon,' meaning a chip of wood or horn.
Definition
A spoon is an eating or cooking implement consisting of a small shallow bowl with a relatively long handle. In slang, spooning refers to a form of cuddling where two people lay on their sides, with one person's back against the other's chest, resembling two spoons nested together in a drawer.
Historical Context
Spoons have been used by various cultures throughout history, with different materials and designs. They have evolved from simple wooden or bone implements to the modern metal, plastic, or ceramic utensils we use today.
Cultural Significance
Spoons hold cultural significance in various traditions and rituals, such as the 'loving cup' ceremony in weddings or the use of ornate spoons as gifts or heirlooms.
Related Concepts
- Fork
- Knife
- Spork
See Also
A utensil for use in eating, stirring, measuring, ladling, etc., consisting of a small, shallow bowl with a handle. In slang, spooning refers to a form of cuddling where two people lay on their sides, with one person's back against the other's chest, resembling two spoons nested together in a drawer.