Brackish

Pronunciation: /ˈbrækɪʃ/

Definitions of brackish

adjective having a slightly salty or briny flavor, often referring to water that is a mixture of saltwater and freshwater

Example Sentences

A1 The water in the lake tasted a little brackish.

A2 The brackish smell of the ocean reminded me of home.

B1 The brackish water in the estuary is home to many unique species.

B2 The brackish marshes provide a habitat for a variety of wildlife.

C1 The brackish flavor of the seafood dish added an interesting twist.

C2 The brackish nature of the water made it unsuitable for drinking.

Examples of brackish in a Sentence

formal The estuary had a brackish taste due to its mixture of saltwater and freshwater.

informal I don't like swimming in brackish water; it feels weird on my skin.

slang Let's avoid that brackish pond, it's gross.

figurative The relationship between the two countries had a brackish history, filled with tension and resentment.

Grammatical Forms of brackish

• past tense: brackished
• plural: brackishes
• comparative: more brackish
• superlative: most brackish
• present tense: brackishes
• future tense: will brackish
• perfect tense: have brackished
• continuous tense: is brackishing
• singular: brackish
• positive degree: brackish
• infinitive: to brackish
• gerund: brackishing
• participle: brackishing

Origin and Evolution of brackish

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'brackish' originated from Middle English 'brakish' which came from the Old English word 'brac' meaning salty.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'brackish' evolved from just salty to a combination of salty and fresh, typically describing water with a mix of salt and fresh water.