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Thimbleful

usgb/ˈθɪmblfʊl/Volume
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Visualize Amount

Picture a small sewing thimble to gauge how much 'thimbleful' represents when considering amount.

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I added just a thimbleful of oil to the dressing.
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Not for Precision

'Thimbleful' implies an approximate amount, not meant for recipes or situations requiring precision.

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Just use a thimbleful of vanilla extract; the exact measure isn't crucial.
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Often Figurative

While it can refer to literal amounts, 'thimbleful' is frequently used in a figurative sense for liquids.

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Each guest received a thimbleful of the rare wine to taste.
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