gravy
8 synonyms for gravy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A sauce made from the juices and fat that come from cooking meat, often thickened and served over food.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use gravy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
pour gravy
turkey and gravy
gravy train
Etymology
From Middle English gravey, likely linked to greaves/graves ("sediment from melted fat").
Full origin of gravy →Frequently asked questions
What does “gravy” mean?
The word “gravy” means a sauce made from the juices and fat that come from cooking meat, often thickened and served over food. In plain terms, a savory sauce made from meat juices, or informally, an easy extra bonus.
How do you pronounce “gravy”?
“Gravy” is pronounced GRAY-vee (/ˈɡɹeɪvi/ in IPA).
How do you use “gravy” in a sentence?
Here is “gravy” used in a sentence: “She poured gravy over the mashed potatoes.”
What part of speech is “gravy”?
“Gravy” is a noun.
Where does the word “gravy” come from?
The word “gravy” comes from Middle English. From Middle English gravey, likely linked to greaves/graves ("sediment from melted fat").
Is “gravy” a common word?
“Gravy” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “gravy” have?
“Gravy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sauce made from the juices and fat that come from cooking meat, often thickened and served over food.
