The difference between Greyhound and Salty dog
When used as nouns, greyhound means a lean breed of dog used in hunting and racing, whereas salty dog means an experienced sailor.
Greyhound is also verb with the meaning: to leap rapidly across the surface of the water.
check bellow for the other definitions of Greyhound and Salty dog
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Greyhound as a noun:
A lean breed of dog used in hunting and racing.
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Greyhound as a noun:
A highball cocktail of vodka and grapefruit juice.
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Greyhound as a noun (dated):
A swift steamer, especially an ocean steamer.
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Greyhound as a verb (of fish):
To leap rapidly across the surface of the water.
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Salty dog as a noun (US, Navy, Marines):
An experienced sailor.
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Salty dog as a noun:
A sexually promiscuous man; a male sexual partner.
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Salty dog as a noun:
A cocktail consisting of gin or vodka, grapefruit juice, and a salt rim.