Salt (Noun)

Meaning¹

The taste experience when common salt is taken into the mouth.

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Examples

The flavor of the soup was enhanced by a pinch of salt that brought out the natural sweetness of the vegetables.
The salt in the pretzel was overpowering and made her reach for her water glass.
She savored the salt on her lips as she licked them after eating the salty popcorn.
The salt in the caviar exploded on his tongue, releasing a burst of flavor that was both intense and subtle.
The chef added a sprinkle of flaky salt to the dish just before serving, which added a delicate crunch and a touch of salty flavor.

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Meaning²

Negotiations between the United States and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics opened in 1969 in Helsinki designed to limit both countries' stock of nuclear weapons.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Synonyms

Strategic Arms Limitation Talks

Meaning³

White crystalline form of especially sodium chloride used to season and preserve food.

Classification

Nouns denoting foods and drinks.

Examples

Add a pinch of salt to taste, and the flavors will meld together beautifully.
After a long, sweaty workout, the athlete's body lost a lot of salt that needed to be replenished.
She sprinkled a small amount of salt around the edges of the garden to deter slugs and other pests.
The chef was very liberal with the salt, which brought out the natural flavors of the vegetables.
Salt was used to preserve the meat before refrigeration made it possible to keep food fresh for longer periods.