briny

adjective

ˈbrī-nē 

brinier; briniest

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

brininess noun

Synonyms of briny

• salt

Examples of briny in a Sentence

oysters with a briny flavor

Recent Examples on the Web

Here, instead of the mustard that’s included in many classic potato salad recipes, sour cream, vinegar, and briny pickles team up to lend a lovely amount of tartness to cut through the richness of the potatoes, eggs, and mayo. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026

Clams, sausage, potatoes, sweet corn, tomatoes, butter, white wine and bright lemon steam together inside foil packets until smoky, briny and deeply flavorful. — Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026

Crunchy and creamy, tangy and briny, this dill pickle dip is an addicting concoction that will be welcome at any gathering. — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 July 2026

The martini is finished with three Castelvetrano olives stuffed with caviar, adding a luxurious burst of briny flavor that complements the cocktail’s crisp, elegant profile. — Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

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