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

Best Father’s Day gift for Iron Man is a cast-iron skillet of a different size that is not part of his collection, a trusty instant read thermometer, or silicon pot-handle covers. —Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026

Making pizza in a cast-iron skillet is a great way to ensure a crisp, sturdy crust that can hold your favorite toppings. —Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 May 2026

For overcooked pasta that's become tough after sitting out, toss in a hot skillet with a little reserved pasta water, broth, or sauce to restore its moisture and tenderness. —Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 28 May 2026

Transfer to a small bowl; reserve skillet. —Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 May 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