Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

salter

Noun
/ˈsɔːltər/
Definition
A salter is a person or device that salts food, particularly meat or fish, for preservation or flavor enhancement.
Examples
  • The salter prepared the fish for smoking by covering it in a layer of salt.
  • In ancient times, a salter was essential for preserving meat during long journeys.
Meaning
The term ‘salter’ refers to someone who applies salt to goods, commonly used in the context of food processing.
Synonyms
  • Salt merchant
  • Salt processor
  • Preserver