baking sheet

American  

[bay-king sheet] / ˈbeɪ kɪŋ ˌʃit /

noun

• baking sheets
  plural

1. a flat, rectangular metal pan used for baking cookies, bread, and other food in an oven, typically having four slightly raised rims.

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Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

• baking sheets
  plural

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Etymology

Origin of baking sheet

First recorded in 1805–10

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How does baking-sheet compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:

• baking sheet vs. cookie sheet

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Example Sentences

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baking sheet

Heat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

From Salon ● Jul. 14, 2026

Arrange the Saltines in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, or place them in a large mixing bowl if you prefer to toss them first.

From Salon ● Jul. 14, 2026

If your brioche is very fresh, spread the torn bread chunks onto another baking sheet and toast for 5 to 8 minutes, just until lightly dried at the edges.

From Salon ● May 25, 2026

To prepare, simply place the half turkey on a baking sheet, tuck the butter disk between the skin and breast and roast in the oven.

From Salon ● Nov. 26, 2025

She pulled a bag of frozen fish fillets from the packed freezer and arranged six on a baking sheet.

From "George" by Alex Gino

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