Nautical Term: Salty character

Definition of Salty character

A seafaring individual, often carrying the distinct smell and experience of life at sea. The term ‘salty character’ can carry both positive and negative connotations, depending on the context.

Example: Despite his ‘salty character,’ earned through years of sailing the open sea, Captain Smith was respected and admired by all his crew members.

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