Gravy

usgb/ˈɡreɪvi/
noun

A sauce made from the juices of cooked meat.

She poured some gravy on her mashed potatoes.
Visual representation of "gravy" - A sauce made from the juices of cooked meat.

Often appears as...

  • making gravy
  • gravy boat
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Food Context

Gravy is usually discussed in the context of meals, especially traditional ones involving meat.

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Thanksgiving dinner wouldn't be complete without turkey and gravy.
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Family Gatherings

Mentioning gravy can evoke feelings of family and holiday meals.

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I miss my grandmother's special chicken gravy at family reunions.
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Homemade Quality

Homemade 'gravy' is generally seen as superior to store-bought variants.

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Nothing beats homemade gravy with fresh herbs.
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