saucepan

noun

sauce·​pan ˈsȯs-ˌpan How to pronounce saucepan (audio)
 especially British  -pən
: a small deep cooking pan with a handle

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Meanwhile, cook remaining 1/2 cup butter in a small saucepan over medium, stirring often, until butter starts to brown and is nutty, 4 to 5 minutes. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025 When ready to serve, transfer to a saucepan and add enough rum or other liquid to loosen. The Know, Denver Post, 29 Aug. 2025 In a deep-fat fryer or large saucepan heat 2 to 3 inches of oil over medium to 365°F. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 2025 Included in the set are two different-sized fry pans, multiple saucepans, a large stock pot and a variety of other pot and pan sizes. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for saucepan

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First Known Use

1682, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of saucepan was in 1682

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saucepan

noun
sauce·​pan ˈsȯ-ˌspan How to pronounce saucepan (audio)
: a small cooking pan with a handle

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