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

Recent Examples on the Web Ingredients 1 1/2 cups finely crushed saltine crackers (from 1 sleeve, about 37 crackers) 6 Tbsp. Anna Theoktisto, Southern Living, 10 June 2024 Crushed saltines are combined with butter, a touch of sugar, and an egg white before being pressed into a pie pan, set in the freezer for 10 minutes, and then parbaked until just golden. Anna Theoktisto, Southern Living, 10 June 2024 Manny made a snapper a la veracruzana with cream potatoes and saltine crackers. Buddha Lo, Peoplemag, 6 June 2024 The flatbread was dry and flavorless, with the texture of slightly stale saltines (minus the salt). Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for saltine 

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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 26 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

saltine

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