Tbsp.

See also: tbsp., Tbsp, and tbsp

English

Etymology

Capitalized, while leaving tsp. in lower case, to emphasize that the larger tablespoon, rather than the smaller teaspoon, is wanted.

Noun

Tbsp. (plural Tbsp.)

1. Alternative form of tbsp.
   • 2009, Better Homes and Gardens, Hometown Favorites: More Than 120 Delicious, Down-Home Recipes, Des Moines, Ia.: Meredith Books, →ISBN, page 29:

     2 Tbsp. Dijon-style mustard / 2 tsp. milk / ½ tsp. black pepper / 1 Tbsp. capers, drained

   • 2013, Jorge Cruise, The 100: Count Only Sugar Calories and Lose Up to 18 Pounds in 2 Weeks, New York, N.Y.: William Morrow, →ISBN, page 100:

     Dinner: 1 chicken breast rubbed with 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard and 1 tsp. black pepper, panfried in 1 Tbsp. olive oil, […]

   • 2018, Leah Webb, The Grain-Free, Sugar-Free, Dairy-Free Family Cookbook: Simple and Delicious Recipes for Cooking with Whole Foods on a Restrictive Diet, White River Junction, Vt.: Chelsea Green Publishing, published 2019, →ISBN, page 273:

     dried oregano, 2½ Tbsp. + 2½ tsp.

Anagrams

• TBPs, TPBs, Tbps, PBTs