Calderon (en. Calderon)

[kal.de.ʁɔ̃]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A large pot or vat used for boiling water or other liquids.

The calderon was placed on the fire to heat the water.

Le calderon était placé sur le feu pour faire chauffer l'eau.

A type of metal saucepan typically designed for industry.

Chefs prefer to use a calderon for large quantity preparations.

Les chefs cuisiniers préfèrent utiliser un calderon pour des préparations en grande quantité.

Of Spanish origin, derived from the word 'caldera', which means boiler.

calderon on fire

Indicates that something is in full activity or boiling.

calderon en feu

to boil a calderon

Used to signify a situation that is becoming untenable.

faire bouillir un calderon

boiler

Device intended to produce heat through combustion.

chaudière

saucepan

Cooking container with a flat bottom and high sides.

casserole

Used in culinary jargon to refer to large preparations.

This restaurant is known for its calderon of paella.

Ce resto est connu pour son calderon de paella.

In some regions, indicates a chaotic situation.

It was a calderon during the party.

C'était un calderon pendant la fête.