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Definition of saltworks

saltworks

/ˈsɔːltˌwɜːrks/
salt · works
Plural:saltworks
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• noun

1

A building, industrial plant, or series of evaporation ponds where salt is extracted and refined for commercial use.

Example

"The coastal town grew prosperous in the nineteenth century thanks to its thriving saltworks."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Although plural in form, "saltworks" can be used with either a singular or a plural verb when referring to a single industrial facility (e.g., "a historic saltworks is located nearby").

• Nearby Words

saltsprinkler
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Saltworks. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/saltworks
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