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UK:^*^*UK and possibly other pronunciationsUK and possibly other pronunciations/ˈseɪliənt/

US:USA pronunciation: IPAUSA pronunciation: IPA/ˈseɪliənt, ˈseɪljənt/

US:USA pronunciation: respellingUSA pronunciation: respelling(sā′lē ənt, sāl′yənt)

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Sense: Adjective: notable

Synonyms:

prominent , glaring, notable , striking , pronounced, significant , important , main , primary , major , key , crucial , essential , chief , central , critical , pivotal , noteworthy , conspicuous , marked , noticeable , obvious , outstanding , pertinent, paramount , arresting

Sense: Adjective: projecting

Synonyms:

projecting, jutting, jutting out, protruding, protrusive, prominent , sticking out, that sticks out, overhanging

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