salt lake

noun

1. a body of water having no outlet to the sea and containing in solution a high concentration of salts, especially sodium chloride.

salt lake

noun

1. an inland lake of high salinity resulting from inland drainage in an arid area of high evaporation

Word History and Origins

Origin of salt lake¹

First recorded in 1755–65

Example Sentences

Heather Gay reflects on her success since being cast in Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City,” now in its fifth season, and leaving the church.

From Los Angeles Times

After Indio, the 17-time Grammy nominee will take his tour across the country to cities including Salt Lake City, Dallas, Atlanta and Chicago.

From Los Angeles Times

At one time, he had an invite to try out for the Real Salt Lake Academy in Utah, part of the MLS Next program that is designed to develop top youth players.

From Los Angeles Times

In front of Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka, coach JJ Redick, and players D’Angelo Russell, Anthony Davis and, of course, LeBron James, the Lakers rookie began the developmental league portion of his season, scoring six points with three rebounds and four assists in the South Bay Lakers’ 110-96 win over Utah’s G League affiliate, the Salt Lake City Stars.

From Los Angeles Times

Mayors in San Diego, Austin, and Salt Lake City are also up for reelection, while Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao faces a recall vote.

From Slate