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utensil.

An instrument or device for domestic use, especially in the kitchen.

7 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/juˈtɛn.səl/UK, US/ˈju.tɛn.sɪl/Philippines
  1. An instrument or device for domestic use, especially in the kitchen.

    We have convenient storage for all the kitchen/eating utensils.
  2. Specifically, a eating utensil (fork, table knife, or spoon); a piece of flatware or cutlery.

    often · plural
  3. A useful small tool, implement, or vessel.

    He stocked up on old-style writing utensils.
Where this word comes from

From Middle English utensyl, from Old French utensile, from Latin ūtēnsilis (“useful, usable”).

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