ladled Definition

ladle
noun

1. A large spoon with a long handle and deep bowl, for serving or transferring liquid.

verb

ladled, ladling
1. To serve or transfer with a ladle.

Thesaurus: spoon, dip, scoop.

Etymology: Anglo-Saxon hlædel.

Phrasal Verb: ladle something out

To serve or distribute (praise, blame, etc) generously or excessively.