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 2 synonyms and 3 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for saline along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for saline
- briny
- salt
Antonyms for saline
- clear
- pure
- sweet
Meanings of saline
- noun
- Water containing dissolved salt.
- A salt spring; a place where salt water is collected in the earth.
- adjective
- Containing salt; salty.
- 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 5 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to saline, such as: briny, clear, pure, salt, sweet.
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