sea salt

noun

: a type of salt that is made from seawater and is used in cooking

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Flaky sea salt can also be sprinkled atop chocolate desserts for a luxe effect. — Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Martha Stewart, 30 June 2026 When ready to serve, transfer to a bowl; sprinkle with flaky sea salt and drizzle with additional olive oil. — Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026 Look for options made with simple ingredients, such as sweet potatoes, olive oil, and sea salt. — Lindsey Desoto, Health, 30 June 2026 The gourmand fragrance pairs creamy vanilla with sea salt and smooth sandalwood, creating a scent that feels more like warm skin after a beach day. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for sea salt

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“Sea salt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sea%20salt. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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