Defn: The dried tubers of various species of Orchis, and Eulophia. It is used to make a nutritious beverage by treating the powdered preparation with hot water. U. S. Disp.
SALERATUS
Sal`e*ra"tus, n. Etym: [NL. sal aëratus; — so called because it is a
source of fixed air (carbon dioxide). See Sal, and and Aërated.] (Old
Chem.)
Defn: Aërated salt; a white crystalline substance having an alkaline taste and reaction, consisting of sodium bicarbonate (see under Sodium.) It is lagerly used in cooking, with sour milk (lactic acid) or cream of tartar as a substitute for yeast. It is also an ingridient of most baking powders, and is used in the preparation of effervescing drinks.
SALESMAN
Sales"man, n.; pl. Salesmen. Etym: [Sale + man.]
Defn: One who sells anything; one whose occupation is to sell goods or merchandise.
SALESWOMAN
Sales"wom`an, n.; pl. Saleswomen (.
Defn: A woman whose occupation is to sell goods or merchandise.
SALEWORK
Sale"work`, n.
Defn: Work or things made for sale; hence, work done carelessly or slightingly. Shak.
SALIAN
Sa"lian, a.