Definition

To put in more salt than is needed or is good for the taste of food.

Example

Be careful not to oversalt the soup, or it will be too salty to eat.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I think I might have oversalted the pasta last night.

Really? I thought it tasted fine!

Yeah, but my friend said it was way too salty for her.

Maybe just a little less next time will do the trick!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Oversalt → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively) and "salt" (from Old English "sealt", meaning a mineral used for seasoning). The word "oversalt" means to add too much salt to something, exceeding the appropriate amount.

Memory Tip

Think of adding salt 'excessively' ('over-') to food, which helps you remember that 'oversalt' means to put in too much salt.

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