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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

salty

/ˈsɑːtli/ adjective · British & US
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What does salty mean?

adjective

Having a strong taste of salt; or, having a bitter or resentful attitude, often due to a past conflict or disagreement. This can be expressed through one's words or actions.

Example

"The salty old sailor had a reputation for being gruff, but deep down he had a heart of gold."

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