lasagna

noun

la·​sa·​gna lə-ˈzän-yə 

1

or less commonly lasagne

lə-ˈzän-yə 

: pasta in the form of broad often ruffled ribbons

2

: a baked dish containing layers of boiled lasagna, and usually cheese, a seasoned sauce of tomatoes, and meat or vegetables

Examples of lasagna in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

She was known for making great lasagna. —Noelle Alviz-Gransee march 15, Kansas City Star, 15 Mar. 2026

Structured like lasagna but flavored like the classic Tex-Mex enchilada dish, this chicken casserole is bursting with a smoky, spicy flavor and is sure to impress. —Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026

The dumpling lasagna recipe has gained traction in recent weeks, just in time for cozy winter meals. —Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2026

The main course options are pappardelle, four-cheese spinach lasagna or brick roasted chicken. —Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Italian lasagna, from Vulgar Latin *lasania cooking pot, its contents, from Latin lasanum chamber pot, from Greek lasanon

First Known Use

1846, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for lasagna

• titania
• tania
• tanya

Kids Definition

lasagna

noun

la·​sa·​gna lə-ˈzän-yə 

: broad flat noodles baked with a sauce usually of tomatoes, cheese, and meat or vegetables