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
  • In turn, marine ecosystems may adjust as patterns of temperature and salinity evolve.
    Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 15 June 2026
  • Just as a grape's character is shaped by the soil, climate, and geography of its vineyard, what winemakers call terroir, an oyster's flavor is shaped by the salinity, temperature, mineral composition, and tidal movement of its growing waters.
    Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 9 June 2026
Noun
  • One editor said that this style of cottage felt like a standard cottage cheese, with a nice variety of curd sizes, standard level of saltiness, and mild but pleasant level of tang.
    Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
  • While the small fish are certainly present, offering welcome saltiness (not to mention protein, omega-3s, and potential complexion-enhancing nutrients), your taste buds are not going to be overwhelmed by them.
    Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 June 2026
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“Brininess.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brininess. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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