: a metal pan with a handle that is used for frying foods
called alsofry pan
Phrases
out of the frying pan into the fire
: clear of one difficulty only to fall into a greater one
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Very quickly, Nate learns to use his affliction to his advantage via such methods as grabbing a blazing hot frying pan and pummeling his stunned opponent with it during a kitchen fight.—Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Mar. 2025 In a large fry pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil.—Contributing Writer, Orange County Register, 8 Mar. 2025 After cleaning your cast iron, be sure to wipe your fry pan very dry—this is key for preventing any rust spots.—Wilder Davies, Bon Appétit, 6 Feb. 2025 While the pasta is cooking, add the oil and onions to a large fry pan.—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 12 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for frying pan
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