drip pan
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Definition
Noun: 1. A shallow container placed underneath a refrigerator or similar appliance to collect condensation, defrost water, or other liquid waste. 2. A pan placed underneath roasting meat or other food during cooking to catch drippings (fat and juices).
Usage
- The drip pan under the refrigerator should be emptied and cleaned regularly to prevent mold and odors.
- For a juicier roast, place the meat on a rack inside a roasting pan, with a drip pan below to catch the fat.
Advanced Usage
- In automotive contexts, a "drip pan" can refer to a tray placed under a vehicle to catch leaking fluids like oil or coolant during maintenance or storage.
- The mechanic slid a drip pan under the engine before changing the oil filter.
Variants and Related Words
- Drip tray (n): A very similar term, often used interchangeably, especially for appliances like coffee makers or water dispensers.
- Roasting pan (n): A larger pan that often incorporates a rack and functions as the drip pan during cooking.
- Catch basin (n): A more general term for any receptacle designed to collect liquid runoff.
Synonyms
- Drain pan (for appliances)
- Grease pan (for cooking)
- Drip catcher
Related Phrases
- To catch the drips/drippings: The primary function of a drip pan.
- The purpose of the drip pan is to catch the drips from the melting ice.
Noun
- pan under a refrigerator for collecting liquid waste
- pan for catching drippings under roasting meat