frying pan

noun

: a metal pan with a handle that is used for frying foods

called also fry pan

Phrases
out of the frying pan into the fire
: clear of one difficulty only to fall into a greater one

Examples of frying pan in a Sentence

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Bobby Flay Nonstick Frying Pan Set These nonstick frying pans are just $25 apiece. Clara McMahon, People.com, 30 Oct. 2024 His approach was not to use any traditional instruments, replacing them with forks, frying pans, and glasses. Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 16 Sep. 2024 Instead, this massive 6.5-quart nonstick ceramic fry pan lives on top of her induction range where it can be properly admired. Carina Finn, Bon Appétit, 3 Sep. 2024 The comprehensive set includes an 8-inch fry pan, 11-inch fry pan, 3-quart saucepan, and 4.25-quart saute pan. Lizzy Briskin, People.com, 14 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for frying pan 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of frying pan was in the 14th century

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“Frying pan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/frying%20pan. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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frying pan

noun
: a metal pan with a handle for frying foods

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