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freshwater

[ˈfreʃwɔːtə(r)]

freshwater Definition

  • 1of or found in water that is not salty, especially streams and lakes
  • 2relating to animals and plants that live in fresh water

Using freshwater: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "freshwater" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The Amazon River is a freshwater river.

  • Example

    Freshwater fish need different living conditions than saltwater fish.

  • Example

    Freshwater ecosystems are important for biodiversity.

  • Example

    Freshwater resources are becoming scarce in some regions.

freshwater Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for freshwater

Antonyms for freshwater

Phrases with freshwater

  • a pearl formed in a freshwater mussel

    Example

    She wore a necklace with freshwater pearls.

  • an aquarium containing only freshwater fish and plants

    Example

    He spent hours watching his freshwater aquarium.

  • a lake that contains only fresh water

    Example

    They went fishing in a freshwater lake.

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Summary: freshwater in Brief

The term 'freshwater' [ˈfreʃwɔːtə(r)] refers to water that is not salty, such as streams and lakes. It also relates to the animals and plants that live in fresh water. Examples of usage include 'The Amazon River is a freshwater river.' and 'Freshwater fish need different living conditions than saltwater fish.' Phrases like 'freshwater pearl' and 'freshwater aquarium' denote specific contexts.

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