Bain-ma·rie n.  A vessel for holding hot water in which another vessel may be heated without scorching its contents; -- used for warming or preparing food or pharmaceutical preparations.

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 bain-marie
      n : a large pan that is filled with hot water; smaller pans can
          be set in a bain-maire to keep food warm or to cook food
          slowly
      [also: bains-marie (pl)]