What does BRINE mean?

Parts of Speech: noun, verb

Definitions:

• noun: water saturated or strongly impregnated with salt, used for preserving meat or fish.
• noun: a strong solution of salt and water used for pickling.
• verb: treat with brine.

Pronunciations:

• US: /braɪn/
• UK: /braɪn/

Origin and Usage:

The word "brine" originated from the Old English word "bryne" which means "burning, salt liquor". It has been used since the 14th century to describe a solution of salt and water used for pickling or preserving food. It is also used in the context of treating meat or fish with a saltwater solution to preserve it.

Synonyms:

• saltwater
• pickling solution
• preservative

Related Words:

• bride
• bring
• brain
• brief
• broil

Example Sentences:

• The pickles are soaked in brine to give them their salty flavor.
• The fishermen brined the fish to keep them fresh on the long journey home.
• She brined the turkey overnight to make it more flavorful.