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brininess

  • a word derived from briny.

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Adding the sweetness of shallots or even the brininess of anchovies or the heat of red pepper flakes does not change this equation.

From New York Times May 23, 2022

I love cheese that has a little brininess, but some of my personal favorites, like feta, can take on an almost chalky flavor when melted and incorporated into dishes.

From Salon Feb. 13, 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

It's light and herby, and you get a little brininess from the capers.

From Salon Apr. 3, 2021

He smelled of salt and the brininess of the deep sea.

From "The Boy Who Met a Whale" by Nizrana Farook