1. small salty or spicy snacks or appetizers served before or with a meal
Usage: British English; plural form
2. aromatic herbs of the mint family used in cooking
Usage: culinary; plural form

Examples

• The hostess served cheese and crackers as savories before dinner.
• We prepared a selection of savories for the cocktail party.
• The restaurant offers both sweet and savory options on their menu.
• She planted summer and winter savories in her herb garden.
• The chef used fresh savories to season the roasted vegetables.
• These savories pair well with wine and conversation.