spreader
noun
Simple meaning
A knife or spatula used to distribute a substance such as butter or jelly.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈspɹɛdɚ
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Definition
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noun
An object or person who spreads.
A device used to spread bulk material.
A knife or spatula used to distribute a substance such as butter or jelly.
A spacer or device for keeping two objects apart.
A machine for combining and drawing fibers of flax to form a sliver preparatory to spinning.
The moving platform of a container crane.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate (estimated)
- Frequency
- Uncommon
- Formality
- Technical
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- “He used his knife as a spreader.”noun
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Distribute or disperse widely.
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