Definition

Having a shape or characteristics similar to a pan, which is a flat, shallow cooking vessel.

Example

The panlike shape of the dish made it perfect for serving pasta.

Conversation

Have you seen that new frying pan?

Yeah, it looks really panlike and sturdy.

I think it's perfect for making pancakes.

Definitely! I love how it distributes heat evenly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Panlike → It is formed from "pan" (from Greek "pan", meaning all or every) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "panlike" describes something that resembles or is similar to a pan.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pan' meaning 'all' or 'every' and '-like' indicating resemblance, so 'panlike' refers to something that resembles a pan.

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