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Saltwater

Water solution containing dissolved salts.

A water solution containing dissolved salts, primarily sodium chloride, found naturally in oceans and seas.

Etymology

Saltwater is a compound word combining 'salt' from Old English sealt and 'water' from Proto-Germanic *watar.

Explain Like I’m 5

Saltwater is like when you mix salt into water, and it's what the ocean is made of!

Fun Facts

The Dead Sea is so salty that people can easily float on it
Saltwater has been used for food preservation for thousands of years
Some animals, like sharks and jellyfish, live exclusively in saltwater

FAQ

What is saltwater? Water containing dissolved salts
Where is saltwater found? Oceans, seas, and some underground sources
Why is saltwater important? It supports marine life and influences climate

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

water solution

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

sea water ocean water

Meronyms — Parts or Components

sodium chloride minerals

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

ocean sea

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