spatulate
/ˈspætʃəleɪt/
adjective
- 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.
Synonyms
verb
- 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.