Desalinate

usgb/diˈsælɪneɪt/
verb

To treat seawater or brackish water in order to remove salt and impurities, making it suitable for drinking or irrigation.

Many countries are investing in technology to desalinate seawater to combat water shortages.
Visual representation of "desalinate" - To treat seawater or brackish water in order to remove salt and impurities, making it suitable for drinking or irrigation.

Often appears as...

  • desalination process
  • desalination plant

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desalinate water, desalinate seawater, desalinate through reverse osmosis

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Context

The term is often used in discussions about sustainable water solutions and environmental conservation.

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Many governments are focused on desalination as a way to address the global water crisis.
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Technical Language

'Desalinate' is primarily used in scientific or technical contexts.

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While the term is commonly understood in the field, everyday usage might be less familiar to non-specialists.
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Global Relevance

Desalination is especially relevant in arid regions or places facing extreme drought.

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Countries like Saudi Arabia and Israel have made extensive use of desalination.
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