wooden spoon
idiomAn ironic prize for finishing last in a competition.
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born with a silver spoon in one's mouth
Born rich, or into a wealthy family.
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eat up with a spoon
To accept (something) very eagerly.
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greasy spoon
An inexpensive diner or other informal restaurant, especially one specializing in frying or grilling.
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silver spoon
Wealth passed down or inherited.
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spoon bowl
A match between the last placed and second last placed team in an Australian sports league, derived from the fact that the team that finishes last is informally awarded the "wooden spoon"
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wooden spoonist
Synonym of wooden spooner: a last-place finisher.