casserole

noun

cas·​se·​role ˈka-sə-ˌrōl 

 also  ˈka-zə-

1

: a dish in which food may be baked and served

2

: food cooked and served in a casserole

3

: a deep round usually porcelain dish with a handle used for heating substances in the laboratory

Examples of casserole in a Sentence

I made tuna casserole for dinner.

meat and noodles served in a casserole

Recent Examples on the Web

Oh no, a runny casserole is such a disappointing sight to behold! —Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024

The Family Dinner package serving four to six ($109.99) includes one turkey breast, dressing and gravy, cranberry relish, sweet potato casserole, green beans, and rolls. —Elaine Rewolinski, Journal Sentinel, 4 Nov. 2024

Also high in protein, beans can be used not only in soups and stews but in wraps, veg and grain bowls, enchiladas, and casseroles. —Avery Hurt, Discover Magazine, 4 Nov. 2024

Be sure to cool uncovered so the casserole doesn’t steam and become runny. —Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 1 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

French, saucepan, from Middle French, diminutive of casse ladle, dripping pan, from Old Occitan cassa, perhaps ultimately from Greek kyathos ladle

First Known Use

1708, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

casserole

noun

cas·​se·​role ˈkas-ə-ˌrōl 

1

: a dish in which food can be baked and served

2

: the food cooked and served in a casserole