Search
Select the dictionary language
brackish
01
describing water that is slightly salty, typically where freshwater mixes with seawater
Examples
The estuary is known for its brackish waters, which support a unique variety of wildlife.
After the storm, the river turned brackish, making it undrinkable for a few days.
02
having a distasteful or unpleasant taste, often due to a combination of saltiness and other impurities
Examples
The water from the old well had a brackish flavor, making it unappealing to drink.
She wrinkled her nose at the brackish smell emanating from the stagnant pond.
Lexical Tree
brackishness
brackish
