noun
Archaic term for seasoning or flavor, originally referring to salt and plum vinegar. Not used in modern everyday language.
昔の料理書には「塩梅を整える」と書かれている。
Old cookbooks say 'adjust the seasoning'.
noun
serving one's lord well
Archaic term for a retainer's loyal service. Extremely rare and historical.
古文書に「主君に塩梅する」という表現が見られる。
In old documents, the expression 'serve one's lord well' can be found.