Idiom idiom
army and navy
Slang Cockney rhyming slang · East London
Meaning
gravy
Examples
“Please pass the army and navy for my mashed potatoes.”
“The roast beef is quite dry, so I would appreciate some army and navy.”
“He poured a generous amount of army and navy over his meal, savoring the rich flavor that completed the dish.”
Origin
As gravy was plentiful at mealtimes in both services.
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Last updated June 7, 2026