Pan Definition
pan
noun
- cooking utensil consisting of a wide metal vessel
- (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
- shallow container made of metal
- chimpanzees; more closely related to Australopithecus than to other pongids
verb
- make a sweeping movement; "The camera panned across the room"
- wash dirt in a pan to separate out the precious minerals
- express a totally negative opinion of; "The critics panned the performance"
"Pan" in song lyrics
See how pan is used in real songs:
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"I don't want to be a flash in the pan"
The 49ers — I Don't Want No -
"You're in the fryin' pan"
7L & Esoteric — Warning - Knife in Face -
"Cuz you ain't dope you just a flash in the pan"
7L & Esoteric — Mic Mastery
Words that rhyme with pan
Usage tips for "pan"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "pan" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for pan to find words that pair well.