chafing dish

noun

Any of several devices, involving a pan and a heater, used to warm food at the table, or to keep it warm.

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Meanings

nounchafing dish (plural chafing dishes)

plural chafing dishes · alternative chafing-dish · alternative chaffing dish · alternative chaffing-dish

  1. cookingAny of several devices, involving a pan and a heater, used to warm food at the table, or to keep it warm.
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