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saucy

adjective

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Pronunciation: /ˈsɔː.sɪ/ / /ˈsɔ.si/ / /ˈsɑ.si/

adj

Etymology: From sauce + -y.

  1. Similar to sauce; having the consistency or texture of sauce.

    Bring the tomatoes to a boil and then simmer until they reach a saucy consistency.

  2. Impertinent or disrespectful, often in a manner that is regarded as entertaining or amusing; smart.

    She is a loud, saucy child who doesn't show a lot of respect to her elders.

    If this be knowne to you, and your Allowance, / We then haue done you bold, and ſaucie wrongs.

  3. Impudently bold; pert.

    Her mouth was large, and she had a saucy, pronounced chin.

  4. Sharp; pungent; piquant.
  5. Mildly erotic.

    I enjoyed the dancing, but my husband found it a little too saucy.

    Saucy epaulet shoulder and full sleeves that fit into neat button trimmed cuffs.

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