Definition of "salter" [salt•er]

• One that manufactures or sells salt. (noun)
• One that treats meat, fish, or other foods with salt. (noun)

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• "You've been risking your life and that pretty pink English skin of yours for one of the most worthless men in British Columbia; he's been a cattle rustler, a 'salter' of gold mines, and everything that is discreditable; it makes me indignant."
• "Apparently a wealthy citizen and "salter" of London."
• "a 'salter' of gold mines, and everything that is discreditable; it makes me indignant."