Meaning & use
utensil
A tool or container used for a practical purpose, especially for preparing or eating food.
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The camping kit included a full set of lightweight cooking utensils.
Please wash the utensils before putting them back in the drawer.
A note on using this word
Utensil is most often used for kitchen items but can apply more broadly to any practical tool for a specific task.
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