Definition

To make something salty by adding salt to it.

Example

Farmers may salinize the soil to improve its mineral content.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever tried to salinize your garden soil?

No, I haven't! What does that even mean?

It means to treat the soil with salt to improve its quality.

Oh, that sounds interesting! I might give it a try.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Salinize → It is formed from "sal" (from Latin *sal*, meaning salt) and "-ize" (a suffix used to form verbs indicating to make or to become). The word "salinize" means to make something salty or to add salt to it.

Memory Tip

Think of 'salt' ('sal') being added to something — that's what it means to salinize.

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