Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

salt-water

Adjective

/sɔːlt ˈwɔːtə/

Definition

Water that contains a significant concentration of dissolved salts, primarily sodium chloride (NaCl).

Examples

The salt-water ocean is home to countless marine species.
Salt-water fishing requires different techniques compared to freshwater fishing.
They went for a swim in the salt-water pool.

Meaning

Salt-water refers to water found in oceans, seas, and some lakes that has a higher salinity than freshwater, making it unsuitable for drinking without desalination.