brininess

Definition of brininessnext
as in saltness
the quality or state of being salty the brininess of the soup rendered it inedible

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Noun
  • The saltwater pools were preserved and the property has brought them back to their natural state, which requires delicately balancing the flora and fauna and salinity levels.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
  • The Baltic Sea is not a suitable long-term habitat for humpback whales, due in part to its lower salinity levels and limited food supply.
    Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 30 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Sabrett frankenfurters were slightly red in flavor, with positive reviews from our editors particularly with regard to a good balance of smokiness and saltiness.
    Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026
  • Soy sauce is a non-negotiable, both for drizzling over dumplings (more on that later) and for adding deeply savory saltiness to any dish.
    Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Mar. 2026
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“Brininess.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brininess. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.

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