any object that can be used to hold things (especially a large metal boxlike object of standardized dimensions that can be loaded from one form of transport to another)

the handle of a pan

wash dirt in a pan to separate out the precious minerals

a large pan that is filled with hot water; smaller pans containing food can be set in the larger pan to keep food warm or to cook food slowly

large pan for washing dishes

pan under a refrigerator for collecting liquid waste

a small pan or cup (usually of tin)

a long-handled covered pan holding live coals to warm a bed

the handle of a pan