Apostle spoon

noun

1. a spoon having at the end of the handle the figure of one of the 12 apostles, formerly given as a christening present.

apostle spoon

noun

1. a silver spoon with a figure of one of the Apostles on the handle

Word History and Origins

Origin of Apostle spoon¹

First recorded in 1605–15

Example Sentences

Harriet put down the apostle-spoon in her hand and stared across at him.

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