"Lot's wife" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: In the Bible, the Book of Genesis describes how Lot's wife became a pillar of salt after she looked back at Sodom. Head templates: {{head|en|noun|head=Lot's wife}} Lot's wife
  1. (slang, humorous) A salt shaker. Wikipedia link: Lot's wife Tags: humorous, slang
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