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berry spoon

American  

noun

  1. a small spoon, especially of the late 18th century, having a perforated bowl.

Etymology

Origin of berry spoon

An Americanism dating back to 1870–75

Example Sentences

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This summery berry spoon cake is the perfect dessert to close out these summer months.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 7, 2021

Amusing mistakes sometimes happen; thus a lady who had sent a pair of handsome candlesticks was mystified by expressions of gratitude for a silver berry spoon she had not sent.

From Mother's Remedies Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remedies from Mothers of the United States and Canada by Ritter, Thomas Jefferson

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