Origin: Latin suffix -ory
Savory has 11 different meanings across 3 categories:
Noun · Adjective · Proper Noun
any of several aromatic herbs or subshrubs of the genus Satureja having spikes of flowers attractive to bees
"The beekeeper watched as the wild savory plants bloomed, drawing swarms of bees to their fragrant spikes."
dwarf aromatic shrub of Mediterranean regions
"The gardener carefully transplanted the savory, a compact aromatic shrub native to the Mediterranean coast, into his sunlit herb garden."
A savory snack.
"The chef sprinkled fresh savory over the roasted lamb to add a distinct herbal aroma."
Any of several Mediterranean herbs, of the genus Satureja, grown as culinary flavourings.
pleasing to the sense of taste
"The grilled cheese sandwich was so savory that I couldn't stop eating it."
Tasty, attractive to the palate.
"The chef adjusted the spices until the dish became truly savory and delicious."
A surname.
"Did you know that the famous chef Savory once owned a restaurant on Main Street?"