07-25-2002, 04:16 PM
Quote:gra·vy Pronunciation Key (grv)
n. pl. gra·vies
The juices that drip from cooking meat.
A sauce made by thickening and seasoning these juices.
Slang.
Money, profit, or benefit easily or illicitly gained.
Payment or benefit in excess of what is expected or required.
Quote:sauce Pronunciation Key (sôs)
n.
A flavorful seasoning or relish served as an accompaniment to food, especially a liquid dressing or topping for food.
Stewed fruit, usually served with other foods.
Something that adds zest, flavor, or piquancy.
Informal. Impudent speech or behavior; impertinence or sauciness.
Slang. Alcoholic liquor.
Tomato is a fruit. It is stewed to make a topping for pasta. Therefore, it is tomato sauce.
Edited By Arthur Dent on July 25 2002 at 12:17