utensil

[yoo-ten-suhl] / yuˈtɛn səl /

NOUN

tool, usually for eating

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appliance equipment fork gadget instrument knife silverware tableware ware

STRONG

apparatus contrivance convenience device implement spoon

Usage

What are other ways to say utensil? A utensil is an article used especially for domestic use: kitchen utensils. An instrument is anything used in doing a certain type of work or producing a certain result, especially such as requires delicacy, accuracy, or precision: surgical or musical instruments. A tool is a contrivance held in and worked by the hand, for assisting the work of (especially) mechanics or skilled laborers: a carpenter's tools. An implement is any tool or contrivance designed or used for a particular purpose: agricultural implements.

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Do they expect to use your silverware or should they buy some plastic utensils?

From MarketWatch

Anera says its kitchens also lack utensils, packaging and canisters of gas, with which it would be cleaner to cook.

From BBC

Starting on Jan. 12, he was usually given three meals per day, but the food bag did not come with beverages or utensils, according to the complaint.

From Washington Post

Notepads, binders and writing utensils rested on their desks.

From Seattle Times

Stocked with bedding, cookware, plates and utensils, vans make it easy to camp without investing in all that gear.

From New York Times

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