spoonwise

English

Etymology

From spoon +‎ -wise.

Adverb

spoonwise (not comparable)

1. Closely nestled together, like spoons.
   • 1994, Elizabeth Inman, The Rake's Quarry:

     Finally, Elaine rolled over and fitted herself spoonwise against the solid wall of Burton's back.

   • 1999, Vivian Leiber, Soldier and the Society Girl:

     She didn't protest when he put his arms around her, pulling him to her spoonwise, kissing an errant lock of hair as it brushed against his face.

Related terms

• spooning
• spoonlike

See also

• sardinewise