trivet

noun

triv·​et ˈtri-vət 

1

: a usually metal or wooden stand often with short feet for use under a hot dish

2

: a three-legged stand : tripod

Examples of trivet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Use preventative measures: Always put coasters under glasses, particularly those containing alcohol or citrus juices, and place hot dishes on trivets. —Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2024

Grab your trivets and keep scrolling to see these our picks — with prices starting at just $41. —Amber C. Snider, Peoplemag, 25 May 2024

Instead, use a trivet to protect the wood from heat. —Emma Kershaw, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024

The board can also be used as a trivet to protect your table or countertop from heat damage when holding hot foods. —Rachael Hogg, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English trevet, from Old English trefet, probably modification of Late Latin triped-, tripes, from Latin, three-footed, from tri- + ped-, pes foot — more at foot

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Kids Definition

trivet

noun

triv·​et ˈtriv-ət 

1

: a three-legged stand : tripod

2

: an ornamental metal or ceramic plate used under a hot dish to protect the table