saltine

noun

sal·​tine sȯl-ˈtēn How to pronounce saltine (audio)
: a thin crisp cracker usually sprinkled with salt

Examples of saltine in a Sentence

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The salty-sweet-sour combo of lemon lime custard with a saltine crust just can’t be beat. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2025 Don't skip the cornbread and saltine crackers on the side. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2025 Other bland foods, such as clear broth, saltine crackers, and plain potatoes, may also be tolerable in small servings.1 Spices: Ginger, turmeric, cayenne, and cinnamon, which have some anti-inflammatory properties, can help reduce symptoms. Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 7 Apr. 2025 One morning, after waking up with worsening pain, the OP followed their usual routine: antacids, sitting upright, and eating saltines. Jonathan Granoff, Newsweek, 29 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for saltine

Word History

First Known Use

1907, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of saltine was in 1907

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“Saltine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/saltine. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.

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saltine

noun
sal·​tine sȯl-ˈtēn How to pronounce saltine (audio)
: a square crisp cracker usually sprinkled with salt
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