double boiler
US /ˌdʌb.əl ˈbɔɪ.lər/
UK /ˌdʌb.əl ˈbɔɪ.lər/

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双层蒸锅, 隔水炖锅
a saucepan with an upper pan that fits into a lower pan containing boiling or simmering water, used for cooking delicate sauces, melting chocolate, etc., without scorching
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Melt the chocolate in a double boiler to prevent burning.
用双层蒸锅融化巧克力以防烧焦。
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She prepared the delicate custard using a double boiler.
她用双层蒸锅制作了精致的蛋奶沙司。