tablespoon
noun
ta·ble·spoon
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Definition of tablespoon
1
: a large spoon used especially for serving
2
: a unit of measure used especially in cookery equal to ¹/₂ fluid ounce (15 milliliters)
Examples of tablespoon in a Sentence
She carefully measured the flour with a tablespoon.
Add two tablespoons of flour.
The recipe calls for four tablespoons of milk.
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In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes and their juices, basil, the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, the vinegar, garlic, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and the pepper and toss thoroughly. — Joe Yonan, Washington Post, "This genius sauce turns your pasta into a seasonal stunner — no matter the season," 25 Aug. 2019 With motor running on low speed, drizzle in remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and puree until mostly smooth, increasing blender speed if necessary. 3. — The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, "Zucchanoush," 2 Aug. 2019 Add 2 tablespoons olive oil to large skillet and heat until shimmering but not smoking. — Ann Maloney, nola.com, "The thighs have it! Chicken pieces keep juicy flavor," 25 June 2019 Warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. — Marley Marius, Vogue, "How to Throw a Spring Party, Four Seasons Restaurant-Style," 5 May 2019 Spread bread across a baking sheet and toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil and a pinch of salt. — Kitty Greenwald, WSJ, "This Salad Is the Best Way to Use All the Vegetables You Have Right Now," 16 Aug. 2018 To serve, drizzle 1 tablespoon raspberry sauce over a brownie and garnish with a raspberry if desired. — Darlene Zimmerman, Detroit Free Press, "Greek yogurt helps cut calories in these easy brownies with raspberry sauce," 11 Aug. 2019 Place the eggplant rounds in a single layer on the same baking sheet and brush both sides with the remaining 5 tablespoons olive oil. — Christopher Kimball, BostonGlobe.com, "Three recipes that bring out the deep flavors of eggplant," 7 Aug. 2019 Add nectarines, raspberries, and 1 tablespoon granulated sugar and gently toss to combine. — The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, "Vanilla Bean Clafoutis with Raspberries and Nectarines," 2 Aug. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'tablespoon.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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tablespoon
noun
English Language Learners Definition of tablespoon
: a spoon that is used by cooks for measuring dry and liquid ingredients and that holds an amount equal to ¹/₂ fluid ounce or three teaspoons
: the amount that a tablespoon will hold
: a fairly large spoon that is used for serving or eating food
See the full definition for tablespoon in the English Language Learners Dictionary
tablespoon
noun
ta·ble·spoon
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Kids Definition of tablespoon
1
: a large spoon used mostly for dishing up food
2
: a unit of measure used in cooking equal to ¹/₂ fluid ounce (about 15 milliliters)
tablespoon
noun
ta·ble·spoon
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Medical Definition of tablespoon
: a unit of measure equal to 4 fluid drams or ¹/₂ fluid ounce or 15 milliliters