Meaning & Definition of word "Teaspoon"
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Teaspoon
/ˈtiːspuːn/
noun:
- 1. A small spoon used for stirring and serving tea, or for measuring ingredients, typically equivalent to approximately 5 milliliters.
- Example: She added a teaspoon of sugar to her tea.
- 2. A unit of measurement used in cooking that is equivalent to the volume of a teaspoon.
- Example: The recipe calls for two teaspoons of vanilla extract.
- 3. A utensil with a small bowl and a handle, used for eating, especially soft foods.
- Example: He used a teaspoon to eat his yogurt.
Etymology
From the combination of 'tea' and 'spoon'. The term has been in use since the 17th century.
Common Phrases and Expressions
teaspoonful:
The amount that fills a teaspoon.
a teaspoon of:
A small amount of something, often used in cooking.
teaspoon measure:
A standardized measure equivalent to a teaspoon.
Related Words
tablespoon:
A larger spoon used in cooking, typically holding about 15 milliliters.
dessert spoon:
A spoon used for serving or eating dessert, larger than a teaspoon.
Slang Meanings of teaspoon
Meaning: A way to refer to a small amount of something.
Example Sentence: Just give it a teaspoon more for good measure.
Meaning: Used informally to refer to a light or trivial effort.
Example Sentence: That task was just a teaspoon of work.