Brackwasser

Borrowed from Dutch brakwater, from Middle Dutch brak (“salty”). Compare brackig (which seems to be of Low German origin, although it could also be Dutch).

• IPA^(key): /ˈbrakˌvasər/, [ˈbʁakˌva.sɐ]

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Brackwasser n (strong, genitive Brackwassers, no plural)

1. brackish water
   1. water in coastal areas that is partially salty and hence unfit for consumption
   2. (by extension) any distasteful, adulterated water

• brackig