Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web
The set is oven-safe up to 500ºF. The shape of the pans and saucepan is unique with more rounded edges than competitors.
—
Nicole Papantoniou, Good Housekeeping, 28 Apr. 2023
Step 1 involves putting four cups of water in a large, heavy saucepan over high heat.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 7 Apr. 2023
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons of the butter.
—Sally Pasley Vargas, BostonGlobe.com, 31 Jan. 2023
In a saucepan over medium-heat, heat the ginger and water until almost boiling.
—Karla Alindahao, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2023
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add a drizzle of sesame oil, 3 scallions, thinly sliced, and 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped.
—June Kim, Bon Appétit, 8 Jan. 2023
Whiskey sauce: In small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter and 1 cup sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and the juice of 1/4 lemon.
—Dallas News, 20 Nov. 2022
In a medium saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over medium-high heat.
—Morgan Hines, USA TODAY, 17 Nov. 2022
In a wide saucepan over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil with the garlic.
—Sally Pasley Vargas, BostonGlobe.com, 16 May 2023
See More
Nicole Papantoniou, Good Housekeeping, 28 Apr. 2023
Step 1 involves putting four cups of water in a large, heavy saucepan over high heat.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 7 Apr. 2023
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons of the butter.
—Sally Pasley Vargas, BostonGlobe.com, 31 Jan. 2023
In a saucepan over medium-heat, heat the ginger and water until almost boiling.
—Karla Alindahao, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2023
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add a drizzle of sesame oil, 3 scallions, thinly sliced, and 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped.
—June Kim, Bon Appétit, 8 Jan. 2023
Whiskey sauce: In small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter and 1 cup sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and the juice of 1/4 lemon.
—Dallas News, 20 Nov. 2022
In a medium saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over medium-high heat.
—Morgan Hines, USA TODAY, 17 Nov. 2022
In a wide saucepan over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil with the garlic.
—Sally Pasley Vargas, BostonGlobe.com, 16 May 2023
See More
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'saucepan.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Word History
First Known Use
1682, in the meaning defined above
Dictionary Entries Near saucepan
Cite this Entry
“Saucepan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/saucepan. Accessed 3 Jun. 2023.
Copy Citation
Kids Definition
saucepan
noun
sauce·pan
ˈsȯ-ˌspan 
: a small cooking pan with a handle
More from Merriam-Webster on saucepan
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Words at Play
-
Palter, Dissemble, and Other Words for Lying
Trust us
-
Skunk, Bayou, and Other Words with Native American Origins
You've used more than you might think
-
Words For Things You Didn't Know Have Names, Vol. 2
When 'thingamajig' and 'thingamabob' just won't do
-
When Were Words First Used?
Look up any year to find out
Ask the Editors
Word Games
Share