little spoon

Held from behind

Little spoon is the person who lies on the inside when two people curl up together in bed, their back against the other's chest.

The position resembles nested spoons in a drawer.

Being the little spoon isn't about size—anyone can want to be held: Even big guys like being the little spoon sometimes.

Compare big spoon.

utensil

teaspoon

Small spoon or measure

demitasseSmall cup for coffee
silverwareMetal eating utensils
cutleryEating implements collectively

flatware · stirring · scooping · tasting · portion

cuddling

snuggle

Embrace cozily

cuddleAffectionate close embrace
nestleSettle into sheltered comfort
embraceHold closely in arms

nuzzle · wrapped · enveloped · held · cradled · curled up · intertwined · body contact · bed · pillow

comfort

protected

Kept from harm

secureProtected from harm
safeFree from peril
shelteredKept safe from harm

warmth · reassurance · soothed · relaxed · peaceful · contentment · nurture · pampered · cherished · cared for

intimacy

affection

Warm emotional attachment

closenessState of proximity
bondingForming close connections
tendernessGentle, caring quality

connection · attachment · togetherness · fondness · devotion · love · trust · companionship · romantic · relationship

Opposites

cuddling position

little spoonbig spoon

Rear position when spooning

protector · jetpack · comforter · caretaker · dominant partner

utensil size

little spoonbig spoon

Rear position when spooning

tablespoon · serving spoon · ladle · soup spoon · dessert spoon

Family

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Familiarity: Top 200,000
Profile: Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG