"saltfoot" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From salt + foot. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|salt|foot}} salt + foot Head templates: {{en-noun|!}} saltfoot (plural not attested)
  1. A large salt cellar formerly placed near the centre of the table, with the superior guests seated above it. Tags: no-plural Categories (topical): Salt
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