Noah Webster's New International Dictionary of the English Language 1. (v. i.) See Spoom. 2. (n.) An implement consisting of a small bowl (usually a shallow oval) with a handle, used especially in preparing or eating food. 3. (n.) Anything which resembles a spoon in shape; esp. (Fishing), a spoon bait. 4. (n.) Fig.: A simpleton; a spooney. 5. (v. t.) To take up in, or as in, a spoon. 6. (v. i.) To act with demonstrative or foolish fondness, as one in love.
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