Definition

A process that removes salt from water or other materials to make them suitable for use, especially for drinking or irrigation.

Example

Desalting seawater can provide fresh water in areas with limited natural sources.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new desalting plant they built near the coast?

Yeah, I read that it's supposed to help with the water shortage.

Exactly! They say desalting can provide fresh water for the whole area.

That’s really important, especially with the growing population.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The process of removing salt from seawater or other saline water to make it suitable for drinking or irrigation.

Example

Desalting seawater is an important method to provide fresh water in arid regions.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you heard about the new method of desalting seawater?

Yeah, I read that it could really help solve water shortages.

It’s amazing how technology can improve our resources through desalting.

Root Explanation

Desalting is formed from "de-" (meaning removal) and "salt" (from Old English "sealt", meaning salt) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process). The word describes the process of removing salt from something, typically water.

Memory Tip

Think of 'removing' ('de-') 'salt' from water — that's what desalting means.

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