pan
pan
pæn
pān
/pˈan/

Definition & Meaning of "pan"in English

Pan
01

a metal container with a long handle and a lid, used for cooking

pan definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
animacy status
inanimate
plural form
pans

What is a "pan"?

A pan is a basic kitchen utensil used for cooking food on a stovetop. It typically consists of a flat-bottomed cooking surface with slightly sloped or straight sides, a long handle, and sometimes a lid. Pans come in various shapes, sizes, and materials, including stainless steel, aluminum, cast iron, and non-stick coatings. They are versatile tools used for a wide range of cooking methods, including frying, sautéing, searing, simmering, and even baking.

Examples
She stirred the vegetables in the pan over medium heat.
1.1

the amount a pan can hold

pan definition and meaning
Examples
Pour a pan of batter into the mold.
02

the face of a person

Dialectamerican flagAmerican
Informal
Examples
The camera focused on his tired pan.
to pan
01

to give a strong, negative review or opinion about something

Transitive: to pan sth
to pan definition and meaning
Examples
The movie critic panned the new film, citing poor acting and a weak storyline.
02

to wash gravel or sediment in a shallow container to separate valuable minerals, such as gold

Transitive: to pan gravel or sediment
Grammatical Information
action verb
regular
present tense
pan
3rd person singular
pans
past simple
panned
past participle
panned
Examples
Prospectors would pan the riverbed gravel to extract traces of gold, hoping for a lucrative find.
03

to move a camera smoothly in a horizontal or vertical plane, capturing a wide view of a scene

Transitive: to pan a camera
Examples
The filmmaker used a steady hand to pan the camera across the breathtaking landscape.
pan-
01

used to indicate inclusion or involvement of all or a wide range of elements, groups, or areas

Examples
A pan-European agreement covers multiple countries across the continent.
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