adj
savory
SAY-vuh-ree
adj
1
Having a rich, appetizing flavour that is salty or spicy rather than sweet.
"The pie had a savory filling of mushrooms and cheese."
"She prefers savory breakfasts over sweet ones."
noun
1
A Mediterranean herb used for seasoning, or a savory snack.
"A pinch of savory added depth to the stew."
How to Use Savory
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes food with a rich, salty or spicy taste, as opposed to sweet.
UK vs US
American spelling is "savory"; British spelling is "savoury."
Easily confused with
savoury
Common pairings
savory dish
sweet or savory
savory snack
Word Forms
savorier comparative, savories plural, savories plural, Savorys plural, savoriest superlative
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Etymology
From Old French savouré, ultimately from Latin sapor, "taste, flavour."