Definition of "panful" []

• The amount that a pan can hold. (noun)

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• "As each panful is browned, transfer the cubes into a large dutch oven."
• "He moved down the stream a few steps and took a second panful of dirt."
• "And so I must bake a fourth layer, dividing the recipe into thirds to create enough extra batter for a fourth panful."