Definitions
1.nounAn outwardly projecting part of a fortification, trench system, or line of defense.
2.adjectiveWorthy of note; pertinent or relevant."The article is not exhaustive, but it covers the salient points pretty well."
3.adjectiveProminent; conspicuous.
4.adjective(usually of a quadruped) Depicted in a leaping posture."a lion salient"
5.adjectiveProjecting outwards, pointing outwards."a salient angle"
6.adjectiveMoving by leaps or springs; jumping.
7.adjectiveShooting or springing out; projecting.
8.adjectiveDenoting any angle less than two right angles.