Trivet
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A trivet, also known as a 'hot plate,' 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 are made from wood, ceramic, fabric, or silicone.
[edit] History
Originally, trivets were used to elevate pots from the coals of a fire.
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