dripping pan

or drip pan

noun

a shallow metal pan used under roasting meat to receive the drippings.

Origin of dripping pan

First recorded in 1425–75

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Examples from the Web for drip pan

Historical Examples of drip pan

Should a coal fall into the dripping-pan take it out immediately.
Directions for Cookery, in its Various Branches
Eliza Leslie
For the gravy,--take, that from the dripping-pan and skim it well.
Directions for Cookery, in its Various Branches
Eliza Leslie
Wash the dripping-pan in hot water with soda in it, and rub it with sand to brighten it.
The Skilful Cook
Mary Harrison
The dripping-pan at the bottom served to catch and hold the rich gravy.
Dorothy's Triumph
Evelyn Raymond
When the fowl is put on to roast, put a little water into the dripping-pan.
Housekeeping in Old Virginia
Marion Cabell Tyree

British Dictionary definitions for drip pan

dripping pan

drip pan

noun

a shallow pan placed under roasting meat to catch the dripping

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