saucy

Etymology

Definitions

1. 1

   Similar to sauce

   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. 2

   Impertinent or disrespectful, often in a manner that is regarded as entertaining or…

   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. 3

   Impudently bold

   Impudently bold; pert.

   • Her mouth was large, and she had a saucy, pronounced chin.
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   1. 4

      Sharp

      Sharp; pungent; piquant.

   2. 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.
      • An episode of ITV1's The X Factor which featured a Britney Spears impersonator performing a "saucy" routine in a body stocking did not breach the broadcasting code, media regulator Ofcom has ruled.

The neighborhood

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