Saltest: meaning, definitions and examples

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saltest

 

[ ˈsɔːltɛst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

taste description

The word 'saltest' is a superlative form of the adjective 'salty,' which means having a high concentration of salt. It is used to describe food or substances that contain more salt than any other item in comparison.

Synonyms

saltiest.

Examples of usage

  • This is the saltest dish on the menu.
  • The saltest ocean waters are found in the Dead Sea.
  • He prefers the saltest snacks during movie nights.

Translations

Translations of the word "saltest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 salto

🇮🇳 कूदना

🇩🇪 Sprung

🇮🇩 loncatan

🇺🇦 стрибок

🇵🇱 skok

🇯🇵 ジャンプ

🇫🇷 saut

🇪🇸 salto

🇹🇷 zıplama

🇰🇷 점프

🇸🇦 قفز

🇨🇿 skok

🇸🇰 skok

🇨🇳 跳跃

🇸🇮 skok

🇮🇸 stökk

🇰🇿 секіру

🇬🇪 ხტომა

🇦🇿 tullanma

🇲🇽 salto

Etymology

The word 'saltest' originates from the Middle English word 'salty,' which derives from the Old English 'sealt,' meaning 'salt.' The superlative form 'saltest' follows the general pattern of forming superlatives in English by adding 'est' to the end of the base adjective. Historically, salt has been a critical commodity throughout human civilization, often used for preserving food and enhancing flavor. As such, the adjective 'salty' became prevalent to describe the presence of salt, and its superlative form emerged to denote levels of saltiness in comparative contexts. The usage of 'saltest' in modern English reflects its culinary significance, especially in recipes and food tasting contexts.