Please hand me the salt.
Please hand me the salt.
English
salt
sɑːlt, sɒlt, sɑlt, sɔlt, sɔːlt
Meaning: a white substance used for seasoning and preserving food
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Example sentences
Could you pass the salt, please?
Could you pass the salt, please?
Can you add a little more salt to the soup?
Can you add a little more salt to the soup?
You should season the meat with salt and pepper before cooking it.
You should season the meat with salt and pepper before cooking it.
She added a touch of salt to the soup.
She added a touch of salt to the soup.
Usage Notes
Refers to sodium chloride, the most common seasoning used in cooking and at the dining table.
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