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seawater

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Noun — The salt water found in oceans and seas.

How to use seawater

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Etymology

From Old English "sǣwæter," a straightforward combination of sea and water.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “seawater” mean?

The word “seawater” means the salt water found in oceans and seas. In plain terms, the salty water of the sea, as opposed to fresh water.

How do you use “seawater” in a sentence?

Here is “seawater” used in a sentence: “Seawater is too salty to drink without treatment.”

What part of speech is “seawater”?

“Seawater” is a noun.

Where does the word “seawater” come from?

The word “seawater” comes from Old English. From Old English "sǣwæter," a straightforward combination of sea and water.

Is “seawater” a common word?

“Seawater” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.

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