savoury meaning and definition

SAVOURY noun

Definition of savoury (noun)

1. either of two aromatic herbs of the mint family
   • synonyms: savory
2. an aromatic or spicy dish served at the end of dinner or as an hors d'oeuvre
   • synonyms: savory

SAVOURY adjective

Definition of savoury (adjective)

1. morally wholesome or acceptable
   • "a past that was scarcely savory"
   • synonyms: savory
   • antonym: offensive
2. having an agreeably pungent taste
   • synonyms: piquant, savory, spicy, zesty
3. pleasing to the sense of taste
   • synonyms: mouth-watering, savory