Salter: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ง
salter
[ หsษหltษr ]
kitchen tool
A salter is a small device or utensil used for holding and dispensing salt. It typically features a container with a lid and an opening through which salt can be shaken. Salt is essential in cooking for enhancing the flavor of food, making the salter a common item in both kitchens and dining settings. Salters can come in various designs and materials, including glass, ceramic, and stainless steel. Some salters may also be designed for specific types of salt, such as sea salt or kosher salt.
Synonyms
salt container, salt dispenser, salt shaker.
Examples of usage
- Please pass the salter.
- I filled the salter with coarse sea salt.
- This salter has a built-in grinder.
- He reached for the salter to season his meal.
Translations
Translations of the word "salter" in other languages:
๐ต๐น salteador
๐ฎ๐ณ เคจเคฎเค เคเคฟเคกเคผเคเคจเฅ เคตเคพเคฒเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Salzstreuer
๐ฎ๐ฉ penabur garam
๐บ๐ฆ ัะพะปะพะฝะบะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ sรณl
๐ฏ๐ต ๅกฉๅ ฅใ (ใใใใ)
๐ซ๐ท saleur
๐ช๐ธ salero
๐น๐ท tuzluk
๐ฐ๐ท ์๊ธํต (sogeumtong)
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุจุฎุฑุฉ ู ูุญ (mukhra milh)
๐จ๐ฟ sลฏl
๐ธ๐ฐ soฤพ
๐จ๐ณ ็็ฝ (yรกn guร n)
๐ธ๐ฎ sol
๐ฎ๐ธ salt
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัาฑะท shaker
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ แแแแแแ (marilian)
๐ฆ๐ฟ duzluq
๐ฒ๐ฝ salero
Etymology
The term 'salter' originates from the Middle English word 'sauter,' which itself comes from the Old French 'saulte' and Latin 'sal' meaning salt. The evolution of salt usage and its importance in preservation and flavoring food led to the development of various tools for its management, including the salter. In historical contexts, salters were often ornate containers used by wealthier households and have appeared in various forms throughout history, showcasing cultural significance in different societies. Salters have been found in archaeological sites dating back centuries, illustrating the long-standing relationship between humans and salt. The design and function of salters have continued to evolve, with modern interpretations ranging from simple shakers to intricately designed dispensers meant to enhance dining aesthetics.