1. the quality or state of being salty; the taste characteristic of salt

Examples

• The saltness of the ocean water made it undrinkable.
• She could taste the saltness of her tears on her lips.
• The chef adjusted the saltness of the soup by adding more broth.
• The saltness of the pretzels complemented the sweet caramel dip.
• After swimming in the sea, he noticed the saltness lingering on his skin.
• The saltness of the air near the coast was refreshing.