noun ·Uncommon ·College level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   An instrument or device for domestic use, especially in the kitchen.

   "We have convenient storage for all the kitchen/eating utensils."

2. 2
   an implement for practical use (especially in a household) wordnet
3. 3
   A useful small tool, implement, or vessel.

   "He stocked up on old-style writing utensils."

Synonyms

All synonyms

accoutermentsapparatusappliancesappointmentsappurtenancesarmament

Example

More examples

"The pressure cooker is a cooking utensil that closes hermetically."

Etymology

From Middle English utensyl, from Old French utensile, from Latin ūtēnsilis (“useful, usable”).

Related phrases

cooking utensilfor eatingfork knifefork spoonknife fork

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