salty

adjective6 collocationsAvg. frequency: 7.8

General term for water with a high concentration of dissolved salts.

Refers to the basic taste quality produced by the presence of salt.

Refers to snack foods that are savory rather than sweet, like chips or pretzels.

Refers specifically to the water of a sea or ocean.

Describes the overall sensory impression of food, which includes the salty taste.

Describes the taste of tears, which naturally contain salt.