Summer Savory (Noun)
Meaning 1
Erect annual herb with oval leaves and pink flowers; used to flavor e.g. meats or soups or salads; southeastern Europe and naturalized elsewhere.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The delicate aroma of summer savory added a unique flavor to the traditional bean soup recipe.
- Gardeners in southeastern Europe often plant summer savory alongside other herbs in their kitchen gardens.
- Summer savory is a popular addition to salads in the Mediterranean region where it grows wild.
- The chef sprinkled dried summer savory over the roasting meat to enhance the flavor.
- In some parts of Europe, summer savory is used to make a flavorful tea.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Herb with delicately flavored leaves with many uses.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.