Frypan

/ˈfraɪpæn/ noun

Definition

A shallow, flat-bottomed pan used for frying food over direct heat; a skillet or frying pan.

Etymology

Compound of 'fry' (Old French 'frire') and 'pan' (Old English 'panne'). Combines two kitchen words into one practical cooking tool name.

Kelly Says

Americans say 'frying pan,' British say 'frying pan' or 'skillet,' and Australian cooks might say 'frypan'—regionality in cookware naming is delightfully specific!

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