# saltier

Pronunciation: US say "SAWL-tee-er" /ˈsɔl.ti.ɚ/; UK say "SOL-tee-er" /ˈsɒl.ti.ə/

## Adjective

1. Comparative of salty. — comparative form of salty: more salty
   - Simple: Comparative of salty. Use it to say something has more salt than something else.
   - _The broth grew saltier as it simmered down over the afternoon._
   - _Cured meats are saltier than their fresh counterparts._

## Noun

Pronunciation: say "SAWL-ty-er" US /ˈsɔl.taɪ.ɚ/, UK /ˈsɔːl.taɪ.ə/

2. Alternative form of saltire. — Alternative form of saltire.
   - Simple: Another way to write saltire, an X-shaped cross used on flags and shields.
   - _The herald described the arms as a white saltier on an azure ground._
   - _A worn saltier marked the corner of the ancient parchment map._

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