What does saline mean?

containing salt or relating to salt a salt solution, especially one used in medical treatment

How is saline pronounced?

UK /ˈseɪlaɪn/, US /ˈseɪliːn/.

/ˈseɪlaɪn/ · /ˈseɪliːn/

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含盐的；盐的

adj. containing salt or relating to salt

含盐的；盐的

n. a salt solution, especially one used in medical treatment

生理盐水；盐溶液

The nurse gently cleaned the wound with saline.

护士用生理盐水轻轻清洗了伤口。

Rising sea levels can make coastal groundwater more saline, reducing its suitability for drinking and irrigation.

海平面上升会使沿海地下水的含盐量增加，降低其饮用和灌溉适用性。

医学中saline常指生理盐水，不指盐湖。

What does saline mean?: containing salt or relating to salt a salt solution, especially one used in medical treatment
How is saline pronounced?: UK /ˈseɪlaɪn/, US /ˈseɪliːn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.