Tablespoon vs. Tbs — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Tablespoon and Tbs
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Tablespoon
A tablespoon is a large spoon. In many English-speaking regions, the term now refers to a large spoon used for serving; however, in some regions, it is the largest type of spoon used for eating.
Tbs
(abbreviation) Tablespoon.
Tablespoon
A large spoon for serving food.
Tablespoon
Abbr. T or tbs. or tbsp. A household cooking measure equal to 3 teaspoons, or 1/2 fluid ounce (15 milliliters). See Table at measurement.
Tablespoon
A large spoon, used for eating food from a bowl.
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Tablespoon
A spoon too large for eating, usually used for cooking or serving.
Tablespoon
(cooking) A unit of volume, the value of which varies regionally; in the US: three teaspoons or one half fluid ounce or roughly 15 ml; in Britain and Canada: exactly 15 ml; in Russia 18 ml; in Australia: four teaspoons or 20 ml.
Tablespoon
A spoon of the largest size commonly used at the table; - distinguished from teaspoon, dessert spoon, etc.
Tablespoon
As much as a tablespoon will hold
Tablespoon
A spoon larger than a dessert spoon; used for serving
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