The term sauce has several meanings, depending on its context. Generally speaking, a sauce is a liquid or semi-liquid food condiment that enhances the flavor and texture of food when added to it during cooking or serving. Sauces can be made from a variety of ingredients such as fruits, vegetables, meat, seafood, or even spices and herbs. Some common types of sauce include tomato sauce, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, barbecue sauce, and mustard among many others. In a broader sense, the term "sauce" can also refer to any kind of gravy or condiment used to enhance flavor in cooking or serving food.