Tongue depressor

A tongue depressor or spatula is a tool used in medical practice to depress the tongue to allow for examination of the mouth and throat. Hobbyists, artists, teachers, and confectionary makers use tongue depressors, which may be referred to as craft sticks or popsicle sticks.

"Popsicle stick" redirects here. For the frozen snack on this type of stick, see Ice pop.
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