briny

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adjective

ˈbrī-nē 

brinier; briniest

: of, relating to, or resembling brine or the sea : salty

brininess noun

brininess

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noun

brin·​i·​ness

ˈbrī-nē-nəs

plural -es

: the quality or state of being briny

Synonyms of briny

Adjective

• salt

Examples of briny in a Sentence

Adjective

oysters with a briny flavor

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Derived from the Italian word for garden, Chicago-style giardiniera is a veggie medley cured in vinegar and packed in oil, with a satisfyingly crunchy flavor profile ranging from briny to tangy to hot. — Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 23 Sep. 2026

Turn Grilled Cabbage into a wedge salad with bacon, ranch dressing, tomatoes, and cucumbers, or dress them with a briny mix of mustard, parsley, and capers, as in this recipe. — Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2026

Vodka’s cleaner profile lets briny, savory ingredients shine, rather than compete, Joly explains. — Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 11 Sep. 2026

No shade on classics like Maruchan or Cup Noodles, but ARIH’s rich and slightly briny bowl is in another class. — Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1581, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing briny

• the briny

Rhymes for briny

• piney
• shiny
• spiny
• tiny
• sunshiny

Kids Definition

briny

adjective

ˈbrī-nē 

brinier; briniest

: of, relating to, or resembling salt water : salty

brininess noun