Definition

A measure of something that can be held in a scoop, often used to describe a specific amount of food or substance.

Example

She added a scoopful of sugar to her coffee.

Conversation

How much ice cream do you want in your bowl?

Just a scoopful should be enough for me.

Okay, I'll get you a nice big scoopful then.

Thanks! That's just the right amount.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Scoopful** → It is formed from "scoop" (of uncertain origin, possibly imitative of the action of scooping) and "-ful" (meaning full of). The word "scoopful" refers to a quantity that fills a scoop.

Memory Tip

Think of a scoop that is 'full of' something — that's what a scoopful means.

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