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freshwater

Pronunciation: [ˈfrɛʃˌwɔːtər]

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Learn how to use freshwater in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “environment”

(noun) water that comes from rivers, lakes, or streams and does not have salt in it. This is the kind of water we drink, take baths in, and water plants with.

Example

The kids spent the day playing by the freshwater lake, catching fish and having fun.

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The ocean is not freshwater; it's full of salt.

Example

Where can we find freshwater fish in our area?

Context: “environment”

(adjective) describing something that is related to or comes from freshwater places. It can refer to animals, plants, or habitats that live in freshwater environments.

Example

The freshwater turtle basked in the sun by the riverbank.

Example

That ocean fish cannot live in freshwater; it needs saltwater.

Example

What are some freshwater plants we can grow in our garden?

How to pronounce freshwater

Pronunciation: [ˈfrɛʃˌwɔːtər]

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