1. a thick pad or mitt used to protect the hands when handling hot pots, pans, or dishes

Examples

• She grabbed a potholder before removing the casserole from the oven.
• The quilted potholder protected her hands from the hot skillet.
• He forgot to use a potholder and burned his fingers on the pot handle.
• The kitchen drawer was filled with colorful potholders and oven mitts.
• My grandmother crocheted beautiful potholders for the church bazaar.
• Always use a potholder when handling hot cookware to prevent burns.