Saucepan: meaning, definitions and examples

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saucepan

 

[ หˆsษ”หspษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

cooking utensil

A saucepan is a type of cookware that has a flat bottom and high sides, typically with a long handle. It is primarily used for making sauces, boiling, simmering, and reheating food. Saucepans come in various sizes and materials, such as stainless steel, non-stick, or cast iron. They are essential tools in kitchens around the world, enabling both home cooks and professional chefs to prepare a wide range of dishes.

Synonyms

cooking vessel, kettle, pot.

Examples of usage

  • I used a saucepan to prepare the pasta.
  • The recipe calls for a saucepan to melt the chocolate.
  • Be careful when lifting the hot saucepan from the stove.

Translations

Translations of the word "saucepan" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น panela

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅ‰เคธเคชเฅˆเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Topf

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ panci

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะฐัั‚ั€ัƒะปั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ garnek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท casserole

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cacerola

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tencere

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ƒ„๋น„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ุฏุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hrnec

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hrniec

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้”…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ posoda

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ pottur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะทะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒ”แƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qazan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ olla

Etymology

The word 'saucepan' originated in Middle English, derived from the combination of two elements: 'sauce', which comes from the Latin 'salsus' meaning 'salted', and 'pan', which originates from the Old English word 'panna'. Initially, saucepans were used primarily for preparing sauces, hence the name. Over time, the design and usage of saucepans evolved, leading to the wide variety of pans available today. In the Middle Ages, metal containers were commonly used for cooking, and cookware design gradually became more sophisticated. The introduction of enamel and coated surfaces in later centuries improved the usability of saucepans, making them more popular in households and restaurants alike. Today, saucepans are an integral part of culinary practices across different cultures, showcasing their versatility in various types of cooking.