savory
/ˈseɪvəri/
noun
- A small, tasty dish, often served as an appetizer or snack.
- She brought a plate of savories to the potluck.
- The party had a table full of savories like mini quiches and meatballs.
- The restaurant serves a selection of savories before the main course.
- A plant from the mint family used as an herb in cooking, especially summer savory or winter savory.
- Add a pinch of savory to the beans for extra flavor.
- Savory is a common herb in Mediterranean dishes.
- She grew savory in her garden and used it in soups.
adjective
- Having a pleasant, salty or spicy taste, not sweet.
- The savory smell of garlic and onions filled the kitchen.
- I prefer savory snacks like crackers and cheese over candy.
- She ordered a savory pie filled with meat and vegetables.
- Morally good or respectable; pleasant and appealing in character.
- He has a savory reputation in the community for his honesty.
- The story had a savory ending that left everyone happy.
- She is known for her savory sense of humor.