tablespoon
UK: ˈteɪb(ə)lspuːn | US: ˈteɪbəlˌspun
n. a large spoon used for serving food
n. a unit of volume measurement in cooking, equal to 15 milliliters (or 1/2 fluid ounce in the US)
The word "tablespoon" combines "table," referring to a flat surface where meals are served, and "spoon," an eating utensil. Historically, it distinguished larger serving spoons from smaller teaspoons used for stirring drinks. By the 18th century, it also became a standardized cooking measurement, reflecting its role in portioning food at the table.
She stirred the soup with a tablespoon before serving.
Add two tablespoons of sugar to the mixture.
The recipe calls for one tablespoon of olive oil.
He absentmindedly tapped the tablespoon against his plate.
A tablespoon is roughly equivalent to three teaspoons.