Spoon-feed

Pronunciation: /ˈspun- ˈfid/

Spoon-feed (verb)

  1. To give someone answers or steps in a very easy way, so they do not need to think for themselves.
  2. To explain a task in small, clear steps, making it easier for learners to understand and complete it.

Examples

  • I don’t want you to spoon-feed me; I can figure it out.
  • She won’t spoon-feed answers, so students must try first.