Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

oversalt

verb
/ˌoʊvərˈsɔlt/
Definition
To add too much salt to food or a substance.
Examples
  • Be careful not to oversalt the soup, or it will be too salty to enjoy.

  • She always tends to oversalt her dishes, leading her friends to suggest they bring their own seasoning.

  • Oversalting can ruin the flavor of otherwise perfect grilled vegetables.

Meaning
The act of excessively seasoning something with salt, which can alter its taste and make it unpalatable.
Synonyms
  • overseason
  • overdo
  • overflavor