savory
adjective/ˈseɪvəri/
Frequency rank: #13,092 of 20,003 in the WORDED list (wordfreq data)
Meaning
Having a pleasant, salty or spicy flavor rather than sweet.
Example sentence
The chef prepared savory dishes that filled the kitchen with a rich, meaty aroma.
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