sa·li·ent
(s  l - nt, slynt)
adj.
1. Projecting or jutting beyond a line or surface;
protruding.
3. Springing; jumping: salient tree toads.
n.
1. A military position that projects into the position
of the enemy.
2. A projecting angle or part.
[Latin sali
ns, salient-, present
participle of sal re, to leap; see
sel- in Indo-European roots.]
sa
li·ent·ly
adv. |
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Willlie's salient characteristic is his joy.
Willlie's salient characteristic is his joy.
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