Trivet
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A trivet is an object placed between a serving dish or bowl, and a dining table, usually to protect the table from heat damage.
Metal trivets are often tripod-like structures with three legs that hold the dish or pot above the table surface. They often contain a receptacle for a candle that can be lit to keep food hot.
Modern trivets made from wood, ceramic, or synthetic materials may be flat.
History
Originally, trivets were used to elevate pots from the coals of a fire.
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