saltcellar

UK
/ˈsɔːltˌsɛlə/
US
/ˈsɔltˌsɛlər/

Translations

saltcellarnoun
saltcellars
pl
UK
/ˈsɔːltˌsɛlə/
US
/ˈsɔltˌsɛlər/
She reached for the saltcellar to add some flavor to her soup.
Она потянулась за солонкой, чтобы добавить немного вкуса в свой суп.
Additional translations
Synonyms
salt shaker
salt pot
salt dish
salt container
saltcellaradjective
UK
/ˈsɒltˌsɛlə/
US
/ˈsɔltˌsɛlɚ/
Used attributively to modify another noun, e.g., "saltcellar lid".

Definitions

saltcellarnoun
A small container used to hold and dispense salt, typically placed on a dining table.
The antique saltcellar on the table was made of silver and had intricate engravings.
saltcellaradjective
Relating to, designed for, or characteristic of a saltcellar.
The museum displayed a collection of saltcellar spoons and other tableware.