# bastable

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. A cast iron pot that is suspended over an open fire, often with hot coals placed on the lid for more even cooking.

## Etymology
Unknown. It is believed by some to be a corruption of Barnstaple, which was known for manufacturing metal pots. Compare Barnstaple oven.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/bastable