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sa·vory (sā′vər ē)

adjective savorier -·vori·er, savoriest -·vori·est

  1. pleasing to the taste or smell; appetizing
  2. pleasant, agreeable, attractive, etc.
  3. morally acceptable; respectable
  4. salty or piquant; not sweet a savory relish

Etymology: ME savouri < OFr savouré, pp. of savourer, to taste < savour, savor

noun pl. savories -·vor·ies

in England and Canada, a small, highly seasoned portion of food served at the end of a meal or as an appetizer
Brit. sp. savoury sa′·voury

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savory2 definition

sa·vory (sā′vər ē)

noun

any of a genus (Satureja) of aromatic mints; esp., summer savory (S. hortensis) and winter savory (S. montana), both native to Europe and used in cooking

Etymology: ME saverey < OFr savoreie, altered (prob. by assoc. with savour, savor) < L satureia, savory

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savory Synonyms

savory

modif.

palatable, pleasing, appetizing, piquant, pungent, spicy, tangy, rich, flavorous, tasty, tempting, delectable, delicious, gustful, luscious, dainty, toothsome, nectareous, exquisite, ambrosial, good.


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savory Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • dish: Cornwall is perhaps best known for its pasties a savory dish made from pastry containing suet.

Noun used with modifier

  • winter: Fresh winter savory leaves can be used as a substitute for black pepper.
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