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spork.

An eating utensil shaped like a spoon, the bowl of which is divided into tines like those of a fork, and so has the function of both implements; some sporks have a serrated edge so they can also function as a knife.

5 characters1 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈspɔːk/Received-Pronunciation/ˈspoɹk/Canada, General-American/spɔɹk/Canada, General-American
  1. An eating utensil shaped like a spoon, the bowl of which is divided into tines like those of a fork, and so has the function of both implements; some sporks have a serrated edge so they can also function as a knife.

Where this word comes from

Blend of spoon + fork; originally a trademark. Doublet of fpoon.

verb/ˈspɔːk/Received-Pronunciation/ˈspoɹk/Canada, General-American/spɔɹk/Canada, General-American
  1. To move or impale (food etc.) with a spork.

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Where this word comes from

Blend of spoon + fork; originally a trademark. Doublet of fpoon.

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