ˈmärˌmīt, (ˈ)mär|mēt noun
also mar·mit ˈmärmə̇t
( -s )
Etymology: French marmite
1.
a. : a large metal or earthenware soup kettle with a cover
b. : a small individual earthenware casserole with a cover used especially for soups — called also petite marmite
2. : the soup served in a marmite : petite marmite 1
3. : a yeast product used in extracts for flavoring meats and soups and as a dietary supplement