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/sɔːs/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A liquid or semi-liquid substance added to food to enhance its flavor.
She poured a generous amount of marinara sauce over her pasta.
A mixture of ingredients used to flavor food, which can be cooked or uncooked.
The chef created a unique sauce using fresh herbs and spices.
A condiment served with food, often to add moisture and flavor.
He always prefers ketchup as his sauce for fries.
In informal usage, can refer to a particular style or flair.
He dances with a lot of sauce, making him the center of attention.
verb
To add sauce to food.
She decided to sauce the chicken with a tangy barbecue glaze.
Etymology
From Middle French 'sauce', from Latin 'salsus' meaning 'salted'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to add sauce
To make something more exciting or appealing.
sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander
What is good for one person is also good for another.
easy as pie
Extremely easy, often used in culinary contexts referring to sauces.
Related Words
ketchup
A sweet and tangy sauce made from tomatoes, often used as a condiment.
mustard
A thick yellow or brown condiment made from mustard seeds, often used with meats.
salsa
A spicy sauce made from tomatoes, peppers, and onions, often used in Mexican cuisine.
Slang Meanings
Style or flair, often in the context of dance or performance.
She's got so much sauce when she dances!
Confidence or swagger.
He walked into the room with all his sauce.