Definitions

1. noun

A flat, broad blade or shovel used for serving, mixing, or spreading food, or for scraping the sides of a container.

“She used a rubber spatula to mix the cake batter.”

2. noun

A tool, such as a scraper or a scoop, used for various purposes, especially in a specific profession or activity.

“The archaeologist used a spatula to carefully remove the ancient pottery from the excavation site.”

3. verb

To serve or spread food using a spatula.

“She spatulaed the mashed potatoes onto the plate.”