Meaning of the word "chafing dish" in English

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chafing dish

US /ˈtʃeɪ.fɪŋ ˌdɪʃ/
UK /ˈtʃeɪ.fɪŋ ˌdɪʃ/
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Noun

1.

a metal dish with a heating unit underneath, used for keeping food warm

Example:
The buffet featured several chafing dishes keeping the main courses hot.
She bought a new chafing dish for her catering business.
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