old salt

• Terme informel désignant un marin expérimenté et aguerri, souvent quelqu'un qui a passé de nombreuses années en mer et possède une grande connaissance du monde maritime.

An informal term for an experienced, seasoned sailor, often one who has spent many years at sea and has a wealth of nautical knowledge.

1. B2informal

   A veteran or highly experienced sailor, often one who has spent many years at sea.

   vieux loup de mer

   • The old salt told us fascinating stories about his voyages.
   • Every harbor town has its share of old salts who remember the days of sailing ships.
   • He was an old salt who could navigate by the stars.