salts
n. C / U B1 Intermediate US //ˈsɔɫts// UK //sˈɒlts// salts
n. a chemical substance that is often used to flavor food or to help clean things. You might also use special types in a bath to help you relax.
n. chemical compounds formed by the reaction of an acid with a base. Often used in the plural to refer to specific mixtures like bath salts or smelling salts.
She added some bath salts to the warm water.
The chef experimented with different mineral salts to enhance the flavor of the grilled vegetables.
In chemistry, salts are ionic compounds that result from the neutralization reaction of an acid and a base, consisting of related numbers of cations and anions.
Usage
Commonly used in the plural when referring to specific medicinal, bath, or chemical varieties.