sea salt

American  

noun

1. table salt produced through the evaporation of seawater.

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sea salt British  

noun

1. salt obtained by evaporation of sea water

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sea salt Scientific  

1. Salt that is produced by the evaporation of sea water and that contains sodium chloride and trace elements such as sulfur, magnesium, zinc, potassium, calcium, and iron.

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Etymology

Origin of sea salt

First recorded in 1595–1605

Example Sentences

Tempus even tucks in recipe cards, an apron, sea salt and scallop shells to make indulging as easy as can be.

From Salon • Dec. 4, 2025

With five sea salt caramels and five pistachio-filled chocolates, the 10-piece exclusives collection is another great choice.

From Salon • Nov. 20, 2025

A pinch of sea salt in a sweet bowl doesn’t just make it taste “better”—it deepens everything, sharpens the butter, brightens the fruit, makes the brown sugar taste like caramel instead of syrup.

From Salon • Nov. 13, 2025

That layer is then generously coated in apple butter and adorned with sliced apples, sliced almonds and flaky sea salt.

From Salon • Sep. 6, 2025

The one with self-care and the smiley faces was stuck to the front of the sealed pint of sea salt caramel in the freezer.

From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner