spork
1 synonym for spork, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A utensil combining a spoon and a fork, with a shallow bowl and forked tines.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
A blend of "spoon" and "fork," originally used as a trademark before becoming a generic name.
Full origin of spork →Frequently asked questions
What does “spork” mean?
The word “spork” means a utensil combining a spoon and a fork, with a shallow bowl and forked tines. In plain terms, a hybrid spoon-and-fork utensil.
How do you pronounce “spork”?
“Spork” is pronounced SPAWK (/ˈspoɹk/ in IPA).
How do you use “spork” in a sentence?
Here is “spork” used in a sentence: “The camping set came with a plastic spork instead of separate cutlery.”
What part of speech is “spork”?
“Spork” is a noun.
