tablespoon
/ˈteɪbəlˌspuːn/
noun
plural -spoons
[count] a spoon that is used by cooks for measuring dry and liquid ingredients and that holds an amount equal to {frac1/2} fluid ounce or three teaspoons
the amount that a tablespoon will hold :tablespoonful
a fairly large spoon that is used for serving or eating food - compare teaspoon