saline

The word “saline” has 2 syllables: sa-line

It's pronounced as /ˈseɪˌlaɪn/


What is synonym and antonym for saline?

In the thesaurus, “saline” has 5 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for saline along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for saline

Antonyms for saline

Meanings of saline

  • noun
    1. Water containing dissolved salt.
    2. A salt spring; a place where salt water is collected in the earth.
  • adjective
    1. Containing salt; salty.
    2. Resembling salt.

Example Sentences

  • The doctor prescribed a saline solution to clean the wound.
  • Before surgery, patients are often asked to rinse their mouths with a saline solution.
  • The saline taste of the ocean reminded her of childhood vacations by the shore.
  • Athletes use saline nasal sprays to alleviate congestion caused by allergies.
  • The nurse administered a saline drip to keep the patient hydrated during recovery.

On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to saline, such as: brackish, briny, clear, freshwater, hard, nonsaline, pure.

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