Spreader (Noun)
Meaning 1
A mechanical device for scattering something (seed or fertilizer or sand etc.) in all directions.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
A hand tool for spreading something; "he used his knife as a spreader".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Using the knife as a spreader, she was able to apply an even layer of glue to the paper.
- The bread was dry and crusty, but as a cheese spreader it worked beautifully.
- As a paint spreader, the old credit card was surprisingly effective at smoothing out the emulsion.
- After trying various methods, she found that her fingers made the best spreader for applying the delicate edible gold leaf.
- He used the back of his spoon as a spreader to cover the entire cracker with peanut butter.