salt shaker
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of salt shaker
An Americanism dating back to 1890–95
Example Sentences
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I grabbed a salt shaker from a nearby table, had my mom try the guacamole as-is, then salted it, stirred it with a tortilla chip, and asked her to try again.
From Salon • Feb. 21, 2024
Another smart move: Use a salt shaker with smaller holes.
From Washington Post • Mar. 14, 2022
“World Chess Championship forced to use salt shaker after losing bishop.”
From Seattle Times • Nov. 27, 2021
New food emojis include a mango, leafy greens, a bagel, a mooncake, a cupcake and a salt shaker.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2018
Henry unscrewed the top to the salt shaker, then screwed it back on more tightly.
From "Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Pérez
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