noun, often capitalized O&E, often attributive \ËÃ¤p-Ëed\. : an essay in a newspaper or magazine that gives the opinion of the writer and that is written by someone who is not employed by the newspaper or magazine.
The definition of savory is food that is salty or spicy, not sweet, or something that is morally acceptable. 1  A spicy sauce that isn't sweet is an example of a savory sauce. 2  An action that respects common morals is an example of a savory action.
Meaning: An aromatic or spicy dish served at the end of dinner or as an hors d'oeuvre. Classified under: Nouns denoting foods and drinks. Synonyms: savoury; savory. Hypernyms (savoury is a kind of...): dainty; delicacy; goody; kickshaw; treat (something considered choice to eat) â¢ SAVOURY (adjective)