What does SAVOY mean?

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1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Adjective

2. Definitions:

1. a. (n) A type of cabbage with crinkled leaves that are dark green in color. (b) The leaves of this cabbage used as a vegetable.
2. a. (adj) Of or relating to the region of Savoy in France and Italy. (b) Of or relating to the House of Savoy, a royal family that ruled Italy from 1861 to 1946.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /səˈvɔɪ/
• UK: /ˈsævɔɪ/

4. Origin and Usage:

The noun "savoy" originated from the French word "sabot" which means "wooden shoe". It was first used in the 16th century to describe a type of crinkled cabbage that was grown in the Savoy region of France. The adjective "savoy" is used to describe things that are related to the region of Savoy or the House of Savoy.

5. Synonyms:

• Cabbage
• Greens
• Vegetable
• Crinkled cabbage

6. Related Words:

• Cabal
• Cable
• Salvo
• Savor

7. Example Sentences:

• The chef prepared a delicious salad with savoy cabbage.
• The Savoy region is known for its beautiful mountain scenery.
• The House of Savoy played an important role in the history of Italy.