salt water

noun

1. water containing a large amount of salt.

2. seawater.

Word History and Origins

Origin of salt water¹

before 1000; Middle English; Old English

Example Sentences

I felt buoyant in the salt water after the fresh water of Bass Lake.

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Surfers say the ions in salt water make you happy.

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It includes a small pool of fresh, unchlorinated water and another of specially formulated salt water, both deep enough for full submersion.

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The new pools are intended to handle year-round use, incorporating electric pool heaters, salt water and UV light water treatment.

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The site is regularly flooded by the tide, so the tower has kept their kit safe from salt water and debris.

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