Trivet: meaning, definitions and examples

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trivet

 

[ หˆtrษชvษชt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

kitchen item

A trivet is a small, usually flat, object placed on a table or counter to protect the surface from heat. It is often made of metal, ceramic, or wood, and is used to hold hot pots, pans, or dishes. The design can vary widely, but its primary function is to ensure safety by preventing burns or heat damage to furniture. Some trivets are decorative and can enhance the aesthetic of dining settings.

Synonyms

coaster, hot plate, pot stand

Examples of usage

  • Please use the trivet for the hot casserole.
  • The beautiful ceramic trivet matched the dinnerware perfectly.
  • He placed the iron trivet on the table before setting down the pot.

Translations

Translations of the word "trivet" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น suporte para panela

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเคถเฅเคคเคฐเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Untersetzer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penyangga panci

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั–ะดัั‚ะฐะฒะบะฐ ะดะปั ะบะฐัั‚ั€ัƒะปั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ podstawka pod garnek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้‹ๆ•ทใ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท trivet

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ trivet

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tencere altlฤฑฤŸฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ƒ„๋น„ ๋ฐ›์นจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุงู…ู„ ู‚ุฏุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ podloลพka pod hrnec

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ podloลพka pod hrniec

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้”…ๅžซ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ podstavek za lonec

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ pottapallur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะทะฐะฝ ั‚าฑา“ั‹ั€ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒ•แƒแƒ‘แƒ˜แƒก แƒฉแƒแƒ“แƒ’แƒ›แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qab qaldฤฑrฤฑcฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ trivet

Etymology

The word 'trivet' originates from the Middle English word 'trivet' or 'trifet', which itself is derived from the Old French term 'trivet' meaning 'a three-footed stand'. This etymology reflects the traditional three-legged design of many trivets from historical times. The use of trivets dates back to the medieval ages, as the increasing use of pot cooking necessitated a stable and heat-resistant surface. The evolution in materials and design of trivets over centuries showcases the changing preferences and styles in kitchenware, moving from utilitarian objects to sometimes artistic displays. Today, trivets vary greatly in design, from basic metal constructs to intricate wooden carvings, but their essential purpose remains unchanged.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,014, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.