pot-holder

pot·hold·er

[pot-hohl-der]
noun
a thick piece of material, as a quilted or woven pad, used in handling hot pots and dishes.

Origin:
1940–45; pot1 + holder

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potholder

noun
an insulated pad for holding hot pots 
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