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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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Other impressive features on the grounds include a saltwater pool; vegetable gardens; a wildflower meadow; an orchard of cherry, apple, and peach trees; and a sports court—ideal for Paul’s training.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

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

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Osmotic energy, often referred to as blue energy, is an emerging method for producing renewable electricity by harnessing the natural mixing of saltwater and freshwater.

From Science Daily • Mar. 9, 2026

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

From MarketWatch • Feb. 27, 2026

It was surrounded by a bubble of air, which Leo hoped would keep the brownies from turning into saltwater fudge sludge.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan