Where does the slang word Frying pan come from?

Frying pan is a slang term from South Africa. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in South Africa and across Africa.

What are other meanings of Frying pan?

Frying pan can also mean: መጥበሻ/መጥበሻ (Metibesha) - frying pan

Frying pan

🇿🇦 South Africa Slang

Added July 17, 2025 · 2 definitions

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Frying pan

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Someone who frequently lies (always “cooking up” stories).

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · July 17, 2025

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Frying pan — definition 2

መጥበሻ/መጥበሻ (Metibesha) - frying pan

"Non-stick frying pan (Non-stick frying pan)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 10, 2025

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🇿🇦 About South Africa Slang

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