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brackish
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describing water that is slightly salty, typically where freshwater mixes with seawater
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having a distasteful or unpleasant taste, often due to a combination of saltiness and other impurities
Example
The scientists studied the effects of brackish water on local plant species.
The estuary is known for its brackish waters, which support a unique variety of wildlife.
The brackish aftertaste of the seafood dish lingered unpleasantly in his mouth long after the meal was finished.
The chef frowned at the brackish taste of the soup, realizing he had accidentally added too much salt.
Oysters thrive in the brackish waters of the estuary.
