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

• dressing
• 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

Biscuits and gravy are one of grandpa's favorite foods. —Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 8 June 2025

Serving biscuits and gravy, strawberry swirl muffins, burgers, and other favorites, Homestead is taking over the former Cosmo Burger stall. —Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 2 June 2025

They were served with brown gravy, which was the perfect dipping choice. —Arkansas Online, 24 May 2025

Start with a hearty dish like poutine—crispy fries smothered in gravy and cheese curds. —Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 19 May 2025

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