Tablespoon (Noun)

Meaning ¹

As much as a tablespoon will hold.

Classification

Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.

Synonyms

• Tablespoonful

Meaning ²

A spoon larger than a dessert spoon; used for serving.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

• The recipe calls for one tablespoon of sugar to be added to the mixture.
• To serve the main course, she used a large tablespoon to portion out the meat.
• The hostess used a silver tablespoon to serve the dessert at the dinner party.
• She carefully measured out a tablespoon of flour for the cake recipe.
• He needed a tablespoon to scoop out the ice cream and place it in the bowl.