What does BRINY mean?

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Adjective

Definitions

1. Containing or resembling saltwater; salty.
2. Unpleasantly strong or salty.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈbraɪni/
• UK: /ˈbrʌɪni/

Origin and Usage

The word "briny" originated in the early 17th century from the word "brine", which means saltwater. It is commonly used to describe the salty taste or smell of seawater or anything that resembles it. It is also used to describe something that is unpleasantly strong or salty.

Synonyms

• Salty
• Saline
• Seawater-like

Related Words

• Brine
• Bribe
• Brain
• Brick
• Brier

Example Sentences

• The taste of the ocean was briny and refreshing.
• The briny smell of the seaweed made her feel sick.
• He found the oysters too briny for his taste.