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saltwater

[sawlt-waw-ter, -wot-er] / ˈsɔltˈwɔ tər, -ˈwɒt ər /
ADJECTIVE
marine
Synonyms
STRONGEST
aquatic coastal deep-sea maritime naval seagoing
STRONG
littoral nautical oceanic sea seafaring seashore seaside shore
WEAK
Neptunian abyssal hydrographic natatorial navigational ocean-going oceanographic pelagic
Antonyms
WEAK
freshwater
ADJECTIVE
marine/maritime
Synonyms
WEAK
Neptunian abyssal aquatic coastal deep-sea hydrographic littoral natatorial nautical naval navigational oceangoing oceanic oceanographic of the sea pelagic sea seafaring seagoing seashore seaside shore
ADJECTIVE
thalassic
Synonyms
WEAK
Neptunian abyssal aquatic coastal deep-sea hydrographic littoral maritime natatorial nautical naval navigational oceangoing oceanic oceanographic of the sea pelagic sea seafaring seagoing seashore seaside shore

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The term describes how the crust stretches and thins in the middle, similar to the narrowed "neck" that forms when a piece of saltwater taffy is pulled apart.

From Science Daily • Apr. 25, 2026

Outside the abode, there is a saltwater infinity pool, which offers breathtaking views from the lounge chairs, and plenty of lush greenery.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

A new saltwater lido on the seafront has also been proposed.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Out back, there’s a saltwater pool, spa, basketball court, bocce court, putting green, and driving range.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 27, 2026

That’s because my parents had told us that we’d be moving soon to a larger home, a brand-new Tuscan-style house with a huge yard and a saltwater pool.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles