Brackishness (Noun)
Meaning
The quality of being salty, as the saltiness of water.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The estuary's unique brackishness made it an ideal habitat for a diverse range of aquatic life.
- The brackishness of the coastal waters was a result of the mixture of freshwater from the river and saltwater from the ocean.
- As the tide came in, the brackishness of the water increased, making it difficult for some fish to survive.
- The brackishness of the lake was a major factor in determining the types of plants and animals that could thrive there.
- The high brackishness of the water made it unsuitable for human consumption, but it was perfect for the local wildlife.