Brackwasser
German
editEtymology
editBorrowed from Dutch brakwater, from Middle Dutch brak (“salty”). Compare brackig (which seems to be of Low German origin, although it could also be Dutch).
Pronunciation
editNoun
editBrackwasser n (strong, genitive Brackwassers, no plural)
- brackish water
- water in coastal areas that is partially salty and hence unfit for consumption
- (by extension) any distasteful, adulterated water
Declension
editDeclension of Brackwasser [sg-only, neuter, strong]