reladle: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
rareinformal or technical
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What does “reladle” mean?
To ladle something again or anew, typically in cooking or liquid handling contexts.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
To ladle something again or anew, typically in cooking or liquid handling contexts.
To redistribute or reallocate resources, attention, or quantities, often used metaphorically.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in meaning; both varieties use it similarly.
Connotations
Neutral, with a slight emphasis on repetition or adjustment.
Frequency
Equally infrequent in both British and American English.
Grammar
How to Use “reladle” in a Sentence
Transitive verb: subject reladles object (e.g., She reladles the liquid.)Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “reladle” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- She reladled the custard into individual pots.
- Can you reladle the broth for the guests?
American English
- He reladled the chili into smaller servings.
- They reladle the sauce every time it thickens.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rare; may appear metaphorically, e.g., 'reladle budget allocations.'
Academic
Uncommon; possibly in culinary or resource management studies.
Everyday
Informal use in cooking or humorous contexts, e.g., 'reladle the leftovers.'
Technical
Specific to cooking, chemistry, or liquid handling processes.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “reladle”
Neutral
Weak
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “reladle”
- Misspelling as 'reladdle' or 're-ladle'.
- Using it as a noun instead of a verb.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is a rare word typically used in specific contexts like cooking or metaphorical distribution.
It is generally informal or technical; use more standard terms like 'redistribute' in formal contexts.
In British English, pronounce it as /riːˈleɪd(ə)l/; in American English, as /rɪˈleɪdəl/.
It is primarily used as a transitive verb.
To ladle something again or anew, typically in cooking or liquid handling contexts.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of 're-' meaning again, and 'ladle' as a spoon, so reladle is to spoon or serve again.
Conceptual Metaphor
Distribution or allocation as ladling, implying careful or repeated handling.
Practice
Quiz
What is the primary meaning of 'reladle'?