An ornately styled wooden spoon, sometimes with a double bowl, traditionally carved (especially in Wales) for presentation as a love token to one's intended wife.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in Daily Nevada State Journal.
Definition of love-spoon in US English:
love-spoon
noun
An ornately styled wooden spoon, sometimes with a double bowl, traditionally carved (especially in Wales) for presentation as a love token to one's intended wife.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in Daily Nevada State Journal.