brine
2 synonyms and 2 antonyms for brine, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Water that has a lot of salt dissolved in it, used for pickling or preserving food.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use brine
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
soak in brine
brine solution
brine the meat
Etymology
From Old English brine, meaning salt water — the root is ancient and shared with several other Germanic languages, all pointing back to the same "salty liquid" idea.
Full origin of brine →Frequently asked questions
What does “brine” mean?
The word “brine” means water that has a lot of salt dissolved in it, used for pickling or preserving food. In plain terms, very salty water used to preserve or flavor food, and the verb for soaking food in it.
How do you pronounce “brine”?
“Brine” is pronounced BRYN (/ˈbɹaɪ̯n/ in IPA).
How do you use “brine” in a sentence?
Here is “brine” used in a sentence: “The cucumbers sat in brine for a week before they became pickles.”
What is the opposite of “brine”?
The opposite of “brine” — its antonyms — are debrine and desalinate.
What part of speech is “brine”?
Depending on how it is used, “brine” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “brine” come from?
The word “brine” comes from Old English. From Old English brine, meaning salt water — the root is ancient and shared with several other Germanic languages, all pointing back to the same "salty liquid" idea.
Is “brine” a common word?
“Brine” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “brine” have?
“Brine” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: water that has a lot of salt dissolved in it, used for pickling or preserving food.
