Definition

The quality or state of having a high salt content, often referring to water or food.

Example

The brininess of the ocean water makes it unsuitable for drinking.

Conversation

I love the brininess of the ocean; it reminds me of summer vacations.

Me too! It’s such a refreshing smell, especially by the beach.

Yeah, and it makes the seafood taste so much better.

Absolutely! I can't imagine eating shrimp without that salty flavor.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Brininess is formed from "brine" (from Old English "brīn", meaning salt water) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word refers to the quality or state of being salty, like brine.

Memory Tip

Think of 'brine' as salty water, and remember that 'brininess' describes the quality of being salty.

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