The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word SALTINGS
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What does SALTINGS mean?
SALTINGS noun- The act of sprinkling salt, either on food, or on an icy road
- A salt marsh
- The act of tampering with an investigation site by adding bogus evidence.
- The celebration of the Eton montem.