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A '''tray''' is a shallow platform designed for carrying things. It is larger than a [[salver]], a diminutive version commonly used for lighter and smaller servings, and it can be fashioned from numerous materials, including silver, brass, sheet iron, wood, [[melamine]], and [[Papier-mâché|papier-mâché]]. Some examples have raised [[gallery|galleries]], handles, and short feet for support.
Trays are flat, but with raised edges to stop things from sliding off of them. They are made in a range of shapes but are commonly found in oval or [[rectangle|rectangular]] forms, sometimes with cutout or attached [[:wikt:Handle#Noun|handle]]s with which to carry them.
[[Image:Tray2.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Famous Russian Zhostovo Tray.]]
*A '''butler's tray''' often has a gallery, or deeper surround, handles on the short sides to facilitate carrying (usually cut into the surround), and a portable stand with folding legs. It is used for the service of drinks and generally serves as a convenient side table.
*A '''cafeteria tray''' is used for carrying items in a [[cafeteria]]. It is typically made of [[plastic]] or [[fiberglass]]. A '''compartment tray''' or '''mess tray''' is a cafeteria tray designed to be used directly, without dishes - it incorporates shallow compartments in which different types of food are placed.
*'''Surgical trays''', used to carry [[surgical instrument]]s, are rectangular and made of [[stainless steel]] to resist the heat of [[Sterilization (microbiology)|sterilization]] without [[corrosion]].
[[Image:Horticulture Tray3.jpg|thumb|right|150px|A seed tray used in horticulture (for sowing and taking plant cuttings)]]
*In [[horticulture]], '''seed trays''' are used for propagating vegetables and flowers and other plants from [[sowing|seed]]. <ref>[http://www.patnsteph.net/weblog/?p=286 Use of seed trays]</ref> They are also used for taking [[cutting (plant)|plant cuttings]]. The trays for seedling production are made of expanded polystyrene or polythene. They come in many sizes; the most common are the Danish and the European sized trays.
==Gallery==
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Image:Tray1.jpg|Famous Russian Zhostovo Tray
Image:Horticulture Tray1.jpg|Another picture of a tray used in horticulture (for sowing and taking plant cuttings
Image:Horticulture Tray2.jpg|A last picture of the trays used in horticulture (for sowing and taking plant cuttings
Image:Seedtray4.jpg|A seedtray with somewhat more mature seedlings
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==See also==
*[[TV tray]]
*[[Thali]]
==References==
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[[Category:Furniture]]
[[Category:Kitchenware]]
[[Category:Horticulture]]
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