rock salt

noun

: common salt occurring in solid form as a mineral

also : salt artificially prepared in large crystals or masses

Examples of rock salt in a Sentence

I put some rock salt on the sidewalk to melt the ice.

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According to Parker, the majority of Arkansas highways and interstates are in good condition as Department of Transportation crews have transitioned from plowing to spot controlling any remaining problem areas with rock salt. —

Parker Mancino, arkansasonline.com, 12 Jan. 2025 Unfortunately, rock salt and other de-icers can take time to work, especially on a cold, cloudy day. —

Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2025 This is a timely process, especially when dealing with rock salt. —

Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 3 Jan. 2025 Supplies needed 2 cups of ice cubes 1 cup of rock salt Tongs Step 1: Add ice cubes and rock salt The rock salt to ice ratio varies. —

Julia Mitchem, Architectural Digest, 30 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for rock salt