teaspoon

Definition of teaspoonnext

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Recent Examples of teaspoon Add the fish, then drizzle each fillet with about 1 teaspoon of the reserved oil from the skillet. — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 21 Sep. 2026 Transfer to a shallow dish, then add Parmesan and 1/2 teaspoon salt; drizzle with oil and stir to combine. — Martha Stewart, 19 Sep. 2026 However, high doses (more than one-fourth teaspoon ground) could be harmful to the liver, so those with liver issues should be cautious. — Sarah Garone, HEALTH, 16 Sep. 2026 Stir together remaining 1/4 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon apple pie spice in a medium-size shallow bowl. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for teaspoon
Recent Examples of Synonyms for teaspoon
tablespoon
Noun
  • Repeat with the remaining burgers, brushing the skillet or griddle with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil if needed.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Mosquitoes need only one tablespoon of water to breed, so areas like rain gutters, birdbaths or buckets with stagnant water are all possible breeding sites.
    — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2026

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“Teaspoon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/teaspoon. Accessed 13 Oct. 2026.

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