bastable

== English == === Etymology === Unknown. It is believed by some to be a corruption of Barnstaple, which was known for manufacturing metal pots. Compare Barnstaple oven. === Noun === bastable (plural bastables) (Ireland) A cast iron pot that is suspended over an open fire, often with hot coals placed on the lid for more even cooking. ==== Alternative forms ==== bastible ==== Derived terms ==== bastable cake