table-spoon

Noun

Meaning

table-spoon (plural table-spoons)

Alternative form of tablespoon

Alternative names

table spoon

Examples

In the 18th century, the table-spoon became an unofficial unit of the Apothecaries' system of measures, equal to 4 drams or 1 2 fl oz. It was more commonly known by the Latin cochleare majus (abbreviated cochl. Source: Internet

Spoons were carried as personal property in much the same way as people today carry wallets, key rings, etc. From about 1700 the place setting became popular, and with it the "table-spoon", "table-fork" and "table-knife". Source: Internet

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