spatulate

/ˈspætʃəleɪt/
adjective
  1. Shaped like a spatula; broad and flat at the end, tapering toward the base.
    • Archaeologists found a spatulate stone tool used for grinding.
    • Her spatulate fingers were perfect for playing the piano.
    • The spatulate leaves of the succulent store water in their wide tips.
verb
  1. To shape or spread with a spatula or similar tool.
    • She spatulated the batter into the pan to make even pancakes.
    • He carefully spatulated the plaster into the cracks in the wall.
    • The baker spatulated the icing onto the cake in smooth strokes.
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