gravy

noun

gra·​vy ˈgrā-vē 

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 gravy.

—K. Crossen

b

: unearned or illicit gain : graft entry 3

Synonyms of gravy

• sauce

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Also Tuesday, Warner Bros Discovery noted transaction bonuses for several executives as part of the gravy chain triggered by the mega merger of Paramount and WBD. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2026

Mash is usually isn't intended to be a standalone dish, either under seasoned or fatted and paired with something heavy, enter gravy. — Andy Baraghani, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026

Harry feasted on chicken, ham, and leek pie, served with vegetables, mashed potatoes, and gravy. — Séraphine Roger, Vanity Fair, 3 Oct. 2026

Oversized turkey platters, enormous serving bowls, banquet-sized gravy boats, chafing dishes, and buffet servers may not earn their keep in a smaller-scale entertaining routine. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing gravy

• gravy train
• redeye gravy

Rhymes for gravy

• navy
• wavy

Kids Definition

gravy

noun

gra·​vy ˈgrā-vē 

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