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trivet

triv·et [ trívvit ] (plural triv·ets)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. 3-legged stand: a stand or support, usually metal with three legs, for hot pans and dishes

2. 3-legged support for pan: a device, usually metal with three legs, that fits over the grate of a fire to support a pan or kettle

[15th century. Probably alteration of Latin triped-, stem of tripes "three-footed" < pes "foot"]
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