Moussaka (noun)

A traditional Greek dish made of layers of sliced eggplant, minced meat, and a creamy sauce, typically topped with a layer of béchamel sauce and baked until golden.

Origin:

From the arabic word moussaka'a, meaning a dish made with eggplants and meat.

Examples:

1. She savored every bite of the delicious moussaka, filled with tender eggplant and savory meat.
2. The moussaka was a popular dish at the restaurant, always drawing rave reviews from diners.
3. The aroma of baking moussaka wafted through the kitchen, making everyone's mouth water.
4. He enjoyed the hearty and filling moussaka, the perfect comfort food on a cold winter's night.
5. The cook carefully prepared each layer of the moussaka, ensuring that each ingredient was perfectly cooked and seasoned.