skillet

noun

skil·​let ˈski-lət 

1

chiefly British : a small kettle or pot usually having three or four often long feet and used for cooking on the hearth

2

: frying pan

Examples of skillet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In a large frying pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter. — Candy Hom, AJC.com, 24 Oct. 2026

As a miniature version of our favorite cast-iron skillet, it’s made from the same solid cast iron that’s pre-seasoned and ready to use on day one. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 23 Oct. 2026

Curried Cauliflower Apple Melt Glam up this hot sandwich recipe with curry mayonnaise, skillet-roasted cauliflower, and sweet apple—a delicious combo that’s far more than the sum of its parts. — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 21 Oct. 2026

Cook the butter in a small skillet over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, swirling occasionally, until golden brown and aromatic. — ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English skelet, probably from Anglo-French *escuelete, diminutive of escuelle, eskil bowl — more at scullery

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for skillet

• billet
• willet
• acrylate
• cacodylate
• carboxylate
• methacrylate

Kids Definition

skillet

noun

skil·​let ˈskil-ət 

: frying pan