Casserole (noun)

1. A type of dish, typically made of baked ingredients, that is served in a single container.
2. The container used to cook and serve this dish, usually made of glass or ceramic.

Origin:

Derived from the french word "casserole", meaning "saucepan".

Examples:

1. The casserole was filled with a mixture of pasta, cheese, and ground beef.
2. The dinner guests were all impressed by the delicious smelling casserole that was served.
3. She baked the casserole in the oven until the top was golden brown.
4. The casserole dish was passed around the table so that each person could help themselves.
5. She had made a vegetable casserole for the potluck dinner, which was a hit among the guests.