briny
adjective
of or like brine; salty.
brininess
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a word derived from
briny.
Example Sentences
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They return at the end, bringing sweetness and a slight brininess that cuts through the richness of the sauce.
From Salon ● Apr. 7, 2026
It's light and herby, plus you get a little brininess from the capers.
From Salon ● Apr. 15, 2022
Lastly, the sliced black olives stand out to me against this Tex-Mex backdrop, and the brininess they bring makes them a must in any layer dip I make.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 26, 2022
The components are there — some brininess, some porkiness.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 1, 2018
He smelled of salt and the brininess of the deep sea.
From "The Boy Who Met a Whale" by Nizrana Farook
