Salty-dog Definition
noun
(US, Navy, Marines) An experienced sailor.
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A sexually promiscuous man; a male sexual partner.
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A cocktail consisting of vodka, grapefruit juice, and a salt rim.
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Noun
Singular:
salty-dog
Plural:
salty dogsOrigin of Salty-dog
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Sexual sense may be due to association of sailors with sexual promiscuity, or may be separate development, salty (“spicy”) and dog both suggesting promiscuity.
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From a greyhound (“vodka and grapefruit juice cocktail”), plus salt, influenced by existing term.
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From the salt of the sea; compare old salt and sea dog.
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