irrigation

noun

ir·​ri·​ga·​tion ˌir-ə-ˈgā-shən How to pronounce irrigation (audio)
1
: the watering of land by artificial means to foster plant growth
2
: the therapeutic flushing of a body part with a stream of liquid

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Learn about Florida-Friendly Landscaping principles, smart irrigation, vegetable gardening, and flower species to attract bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects. Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2025 High capacity irrigation, such as center pivot sprinklers, have used groundwater faster than it can be replenished. David Newcomb, Kansas City Star, 16 Jan. 2025 In areas where water scarcity is a growing concern, cannabis growers are implementing water-efficient irrigation systems that reduce waste and ensure that every drop counts. Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 14 Jan. 2025 They can be traced in part to the federal Central Valley Project, an irrigation scheme that originated in the 1930s, and the construction of the State Water Project in the 1960s and 1970s. Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for irrigation 

Word History

First Known Use

1612, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of irrigation was in 1612

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“Irrigation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/irrigation. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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irrigation

noun
ir·​ri·​ga·​tion ˌir-ə-ˈgā-shən How to pronounce irrigation (audio)
: an act or process of irrigating

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