panful

noun

pan·​ful ˈpan-ˌfu̇l How to pronounce panful (audio)
: as much or as many as a pan will hold

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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

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Cite this Entry

“Panful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/panful. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.

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