ORIGIN OF THE WORD “SPOONING”
It is not generally known why lovemaking is sometimes called “spooning.” One may find the clue to the mystery in a £1,000,000 exhibition of art treasures organised by the British Antique Dealers’ Association, which was lately held in London. Among the exhibits was an 18th century Welsh “love spoon” carved out of applewood. These tokens were carefully fashioned by lovers of bygone days and presented to their sweethearts. The old custom has vanished, but “spooning” still means love-making.
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King Country Chronicle, Volume XXII, Issue 2613, 11 August 1928, Page 3
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83ORIGIN OF THE WORD “SPOONING” King Country Chronicle, Volume XXII, Issue 2613, 11 August 1928, Page 3
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