pan

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/pæn/

Forms:pans

a metal container with a long handle and a lid, used for cooking

A pan is a basic kitchen utensil used for cooking food on a stovetop. It typically consists of a flat-bottomed cooking surface with slightly sloped or straight sides, a long handle, and sometimes a lid. Pans come in various shapes, sizes, and materials, including stainless steel, aluminum, cast iron, and non-stick coatings. They are versatile tools used for a wide range of cooking methods, including frying, sautéing, searing, simmering, and even baking.

She stirred the vegetables in the pan over medium heat.
He heated the oil in the pan before adding the chicken.
The recipe called for covering the pan with a lid to simmer the sauce.
She used a large pan to fry the bacon for breakfast.
After cooking, he washed the pan and set it aside to dry.

Synonyms:

cooking pan

the face of a person

The camera focused on his tired pan.
She had a cheerful pan that lit up the room.
His pan revealed surprise at the announcement.
The child's pan was streaked with chocolate.
A stern pan looked back at her from the mirror.