drysalters

/ˈdraɪsɔːltərz/
noun
  1. People who deal in salted or dried foods, such as fish, meat, or pickles.
    • The guild of drysalters held a fair every autumn.
    • Many drysalters also sold spices and vinegar.
    • The drysalters of the port city were essential for preserving food before refrigeration.
  2. Shops or businesses that sell salted or dried foods.
    • She visited several drysalters to find the best pickled herring.
    • The drysalters in the old town had a distinctive smell of brine and smoke.
    • The street was lined with drysalters and bakeries.
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