Source : Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)

Tureen \Tu*reen"\, n. [F. terrine, L. terra earth. See
   {Terrace}.]
   A large, deep vessel for holding soup, or other liquid food,
   at the table. [Written also {terreen}.]

Source : WordNet®

tureen
     n : large deep serving dish with a cover; for serving soups and
         stews