Salient
/ˈseɪ.li.ənt/noun
Noticeable or prominent; standing out.
Did you know?In ancient Roman military terminology, 'salient' referred to troops that advanced quickly, symbolizing both force and visibility, much like its modern usage.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
salire
“to leap or jump”
Late Latin
Late Latin
salientem
“jumping or leaping”
Old French
Old French
salient
“prominent or projecting”
14th Century
Middle English
salient
“standing out or noticeable”
Modern English
English
salient
“pertaining to something that is conspicuous or prominent in context.”