ladle

The word “ladle” has 2 syllables: lad-le

It's pronounced as /ˈleɪdəl/


What is synonym and antonym for ladle?

In the thesaurus, “ladle” has 2 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for ladle along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for ladle

  • scoop
  • spoon

Antonyms for ladle

  • fill
  • pour

Meanings of ladle

  • noun
    1. A deep-bowled spoon with a long, usually curved, handle.
    2. A container used in a foundry to transport and pour out molten metal.
    3. The float of a mill wheel; a ladle board.
    4. An instrument for drawing the charge of a cannon.
    5. A ring, with a handle or handles fitted to it, for carrying shot.
  • verb
    1. To pour or serve something with a ladle.

Example Sentences

  • The chef skillfully used the ladle to pour steaming soup into bowls for the customers.
  • In the busy kitchen, the cook reached for the large ladle to portion out the stew.
  • As the aroma filled the kitchen, she stirred the pot with a wooden ladle, blending the rich flavors.
  • The hostess gracefully served the punch, carefully dipping the ladle into the festive bowl.
  • At the communal dining table, each guest used a shared ladle to scoop their favorite dish from the hot pot.

On this page you'll find 4 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ladle, such as: fill, pour, scoop, spoon.

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