Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ones-salad-days

phrase

/wʌnz ˈsæləd deɪz/

Definition

A time in one’s life when they are inexperienced or youthful, often marked by carefree living and a lack of responsibilities.

Examples

In her ones-salad-days, she traveled across Europe without a care in the world.
Looking back to his ones-salad-days, he fondly remembers the adventures he had with friends.
During his ones-salad-days, he was always seeking new experiences and challenges.

Meaning

The phrase ‘one’s salad days’ refers to a period of time during youth or early life when someone is fresh, naive, and full of optimism, often reminiscing about a simpler, more carefree time.