old salt

• Termo informal para um marinheiro experiente e calejado, geralmente alguém que passou muitos anos no mar e tem grande conhecimento náutico.

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.

   Lobo do mar

   • 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.