noun

spooning

Spooning (noun) means the act of lying close together, front-to-back, in a nested cuddling position. Example: “They spent the whole night spooning under one blanket.”

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noun

The act of lying close together, front-to-back, in a nested cuddling position.

"They spent the whole night spooning under one blanket."

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In plain EnglishCuddling nested together, back-to-front.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

spoonings plural

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Etymology

Named for the way spoons stack neatly together — the same idea behind the cuddling position.

Rhymes for spooning

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Frequently asked questions

What does “spooning” mean?

The word “spooning” means the act of lying close together, front-to-back, in a nested cuddling position. In plain terms, cuddling nested together, back-to-front.

How do you use “spooning” in a sentence?

Here is “spooning” used in a sentence: “They spent the whole night spooning under one blanket.”

What part of speech is “spooning”?

“Spooning” is a noun.

What is the meaning of spooning?

"spooning" (noun) means the act of lying close together, front-to-back, in a nested cuddling position.