Pan (Noun)
Meaning 1
Chimpanzees; more closely related to Australopithecus than to other pongids.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The bonobo in the enclosure was using a makeshift pan to scoop up its food.
- The observation team was surprised to see the chimpanzee balance on one foot while holding a pan.
- At the research center, the pan served as a drum, creating an unusual bond between the chimpanzee and the staff.
- Fashions being what they are in the primate world, yesterday's hottest trend was pouring water from a pan into a hole in the ground.
- By grasping the steel pan on the edge of the enclosure, the chimpanzee had access to a makeshift water feature.
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Meaning 2
(Greek mythology) god of fields and woods and shepherds and flocks; represented as a man with goat's legs and horns and ears; identified with Roman Sylvanus or Faunus.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- Pan surprised the nymphs by playing a wild tune on his panpipes in the forest.
- The mythological figure of Pan was depicted with goat-like horns in the ancient painting.
- As a representation of Pan, the artist chose to depict him leading a procession of wild animals.
- The mythical creature Pan was part of the retinue of the goddess Artemis in Greek mythology.
- Dionysus was often shown alongside the flute-playing god Pan, dancing in wild celebration.
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Meaning 3
Cooking utensil consisting of a wide metal vessel.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- She carefully poured the scrambled eggs mixture into a hot pan.
- The non-stick pan made it easy for her to flip the pancakes.
- He placed the large pan of stew on the table for everyone to serve themselves.
- The chef expertly flipped the omelet in the sizzling pan.
- She sprayed some oil in the pan before adding the chopped vegetables.
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Meaning 4
Shallow container made of metal.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- She carefully placed the eggs in a pan lined with oil to prevent them from sticking.
- The metal pan was heated over the flame and within seconds was sizzling hot.
- Her grandmother used an old frying pan passed down through generations of family cooks.
- To make the recipe, you'll need a shallow pan with a nonstick coating to prevent food residue.
- The cooking instructor picked up a stainless steel pan and demonstrated how to cook a perfect omelet.