Meaning of the word salient in English
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salient
US /ˈseɪ.li.ənt/
UK /ˈseɪ.li.ənt/
Adjective
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most noticeable or important
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The salient features of the new policy were discussed.
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One of the salient points of his argument was the economic impact.
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2.
(of an angle) pointing outward
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The architect designed a building with salient corners.
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The fort had salient angles to provide a wider field of fire.
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Noun
a projecting part of a fortification or trench system
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The troops defended the salient against enemy attacks.
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The general ordered a retreat from the exposed salient.
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