The spatula is the perfect exemplar of a kitchen equipment type. There are many forms with various specialised functions baring differing names depending on place. The egg flip, fish slice, and marrise (proprietory) to name a few.
Wikipedia defines a spatula as "A spatula, also called an egg slice, a "turner," a flipper, or a yiwen or danny in Fiji, is a kitchen utensil with a long handle and a broad flat edge, used for lifting and turning fried foods". I think this definition is limited and does not cover the entire spread of spatula forms.
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I own at least three different types of spatula. The classic egg/burger flip, a crank handled spatula, an icing knife, and a rubber spatula.
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