I. ˈsȯs, usually ˈsas for 4 noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin salsa, feminine of salsus salted, from past participle of sallere to salt, from sal salt — more at salt
Date: 14th century
1. : a condiment or relish for food ; especially : a fluid dressing or topping
2. : something that adds zest or piquancy
3. : stewed fruit eaten with other food or as a dessert
4. : pert or impudent language or actions
5. slang : liquor — used with the
II. ˈsȯs, usually ˈsas for 3 transitive verb
( sauced ; sauc·ing )
Date: 15th century
1.
a. : to dress with relish or seasoning
b. : to cover or serve with a sauce
2.
a. archaic : to modify the harsh or unpleasant characteristics of
b. : to give zest or piquancy to
3. : to be rude or impudent to