Tray 268267 226109739 2008-07-16T21:27:37Z Karenjc 1181028 fix redirect post page move {{two other uses||the driving technique|Trays|the GUI element named "System tray"|Taskbar}} {{Wiktionary}} 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== <div style="clear:both;"></div> <gallery> 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 </gallery> ==See also== *[[TV tray]] *[[Thali]] ==References== {{reflist}} [[Category:Furniture]] [[Category:Kitchenware]] [[Category:Horticulture]] [[de:Tablett]] [[eo:pleto]] [[es:bandeja]] [[fa:بارگیر]] [[he:מגש]] [[nl:dienblad]] [[ja:トレイ]] [[sv:Bricka]]