sault

American  

[soo] / su /

noun

1. a waterfall or rapid.

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sault British  

/ suː /

noun

1. a waterfall or rapids

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Etymology

Origin of sault

1590–1600; < French; Old French saut < Latin saltus a leap. See salt ²

Example Sentences

The steel maker, based in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, said the job losses would take effect in 16 weeks, or late March.

From The Wall Street Journal

Cleo Sol, who is also the lead vocalist for the equally elusive U.K.-based collective SAULT, could’ve easily dipped into their robust catalog — which spans 11 studio albums and two EPs — during Friday night’s set.

From Los Angeles Times

Her competition includes street soul singer Jorja Smith and R&B vocalist Cleo Sol - best known for her work with the soul collective Sault.

From BBC

Inconsistent on-screen movement was one of the key reasons Nash decided to reshoot his film from scratch after completing nearly 80% of principal photography during the fall of 2021 in Sault Ste. Marie, Canada, the director’s hometown eight hours northwest of Toronto.

From Los Angeles Times

At next month's Brit Awards, there will be a new prize for best R&B act, with Cleo Sol, Jorja Smith, Mahalia, Raye and Sault among the nominees.

From BBC