utensil

Meanings

• noun

  A large, often decorative, dish or plate, typically one used for serving food at the table.

  - "The turkey was served on a beautiful utensil."
  - "Can you pass the gravy in the utensil, please?"

• noun

  A hand tool, especially one with a long handle and a broad, flat blade, used for various tasks.

  - "He used a utensil to dig up the carrots."
  - "The chef used a spatula, a type of utensil, to flip the pancakes."

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Pronunciation

1. /juˈtɛn.səl/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with utensil
appliance , apparatus , apparition , station

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Variants

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utensil , utensils

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'utensilia', meaning 'tools' or 'implements'.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that the first known utensils were made from bone and stone?

2. In ancient Rome, utensils were often made from bronze or silver.

3. In some cultures, it is considered impolite to touch communal utensils with your bare hands.

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Related Concepts

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1. Tableware: Tableware refers to dishes, glasses, and other utensils used for serving and eating food at the table.

2. Kitchen Utensils: Kitchen utensils are tools used for preparing and cooking food in the kitchen.

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Culture

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In various cultures, utensils have been used for both practical and decorative purposes. For example, in ancient China, porcelain utensils were highly prized for their beauty and craftsmanship. In modern times, utensils have become an essential part of table settings and are often used to serve and prepare food.

How to Memorize "utensil"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a large plate or dish used for serving food. Imagine its shape, size, and decorative features.
   - Visualize a hand tool with a long handle and a broad, flat blade.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'utensil' with the idea of serving or preparing food. Think of dishes and hand tools.
   - Associate the word 'utensil' with the idea of tools used in the kitchen.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'utensil' with the phrase 'Use This For Eating And Serving In The Kitchen.'
   - Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'utensil' with the phrase 'Under The Table We Serve It In Kitchen.'

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