Definitions

1. noun

a metal pan, typically with a handle, used for cooking over a fire or on a stove

“She heated the skillet over medium heat and cooked the pancakes.”

2. verb

to cook or prepare food in a pan, especially a skillet

“He skillet-fried the chicken for dinner.”

3. verb

to scorch or burn (something, especially food) in a pan, especially a skillet

“She skilleted the toast, and it was inedible.”