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gravy holder

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun gravy holder has 1 sense
  1. gravy boat, gravy holder, sauceboat, boat - a dish (often boat-shaped) for serving gravy or sauce
    --1 is a kind of dish
    --1 has particulars: argyll, argyle

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Gravy Holder

Definition:

A gravy holder, also known as a gravy boat, is a specialized serving dish designed for pouring and serving gravy or other sauces. It typically features a long, narrow spout or lip for easy pouring and a handle for stability.

Senses/Usages:

1. Culinary Sense:

In the culinary context, a gravy holder refers to a vessel specifically used for containing and serving gravy or sauces alongside meals, particularly during festive occasions or formal dining settings.

Example Sentence: During Thanksgiving dinner, Grandma passed around the gravy boat, allowing everyone to pour rich, flavorful gravy over their mashed potatoes and turkey.

2. Metaphorical Sense:

In a metaphorical sense, a gravy holder can refer to a person or thing that facilitates or holds something valuable or advantageous, often in a figurative sense.

Example Sentence: The CEO, being the gravy holder of the company, possessed extensive knowledge and connections that helped the business thrive.

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