Definition

A measure of volume that is approximately equal to the amount held by a dessert spoon, often used in cooking or serving food.

Example

She added a dessertspoonful of sugar to the recipe for extra sweetness.

Conversation

Can you pass me a dessertspoonful of sugar for my coffee?

Sure! How sweet do you like it?

Just a single dessertspoonful should be enough.

Got it! I hope that makes it just right.

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Root Explanation

Dessertspoonful is formed from "dessert" (from Old French *desservir*, meaning to clear the table) and "spoonful" (from "spoon" meaning a utensil for eating and "-ful" meaning full of). The word refers to a quantity that fills a dessert spoon, which is used for serving or eating dessert.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dessert' as something cleared from the table and 'spoonful' as a measure of how much fits in a spoon. This helps you remember that a dessertspoonful is a specific amount used for serving dessert.

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