saltness

Definition of saltnessnext
as in salinity
the quality or state of being salty the excessive saltness of the soup made it inedible

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salinity
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  • Rising water levels and increasing salinity now threaten both the mangroves and this cultural heritage, reminding us how deeply our well-being is connected to the health of our shared environment.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 29 Mar. 2026
  • This is especially true of manatees, which will seek fresh water sources near the shore or low-salinity river mouths, adds Grosell.
    Sara Kiley Watson, Popular Science, 18 Mar. 2026
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“Saltness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/saltness. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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