gravy

noun

gra·​vy ˈgrā-vē How to pronounce gravy (audio)
plural gravies
1
: a sauce made from the thickened and seasoned juices of cooked meat
2
a
: something additional or unexpected that is pleasing or valuable
with expenses now paid, future money is pure gravyK. Crossen
b
: unearned or illicit gain : graft entry 3

Examples of gravy in a Sentence

The bonus he received in addition to his salary was pure gravy. order a large serving of fries with extra gravy
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For lunch, he was served a classic turkey roast, mashed potatoes with gravy, mixed vegetables, cranberry sauce, and dinner rolls. Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024 Walmart goes with Black Friday like gravy goes with turkey. Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 29 Nov. 2024 Other a la carte items include turkey stock, gravy, cranberry relish, charcuterie boards and sage stuffing. Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 27 Nov. 2024 Some grocers are giving their staff time off to spend with family—and some retailers will remain open, hoping to lure in early birds and people who spill gravy on the tablecloth. Bychris Morris, Fortune, 27 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for gravy 

Word History

Etymology

Middle English gravey, from Anglo-French gravé broth, stew

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of gravy was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Gravy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gravy. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

gravy

noun
gra·​vy ˈgrā-vē How to pronounce gravy (audio)
plural gravies
1
: a sauce made from the thickened and seasoned juices of cooked meat
2
: something additional or unexpected that is pleasing or valuable

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