Dipper

usgb/ˈdɪpər/
noun

A tool used to take out liquid from a container.

She used a dipper to scoop water from the bucket.
Visual representation of "dipper" - A tool used to take out liquid from a container

Often appears as...

  • soup dipper
  • water dipper
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Household Item

Commonly found in homes for kitchen use, especially for serving soups or stews.

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Make sure to clean the dipper after serving the soup.
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Not a Spoon

Larger than a spoon, designed for transferring liquids, not for eating from directly.

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Can you pass me the dipper? This stew is too much for a spoon.
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Material Varieties

Dippers can be made of metal, wood, or plastic, depending on their use.

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I prefer a wooden dipper for my non-stick pots to avoid scratches.
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