# sprinkler

/ˈspɹɪŋkəɫɝ/ (US) · /spɹˈɪŋklɐ/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/sprinkler
Updated: 2026-05-09

## Definition

a device that sprays water in a wide area. You usually see them on grass to keep it green or on ceilings to put out fires.

For teachers: a device used for spraying water in a controlled pattern, typically for irrigation or fire suppression. Often installed as part of an automated system in gardens or commercial buildings.

## Examples

- The garden sprinkler waters the lawn every morning.
- The building's fire sprinkler system activated immediately after the smoke detector went off in the kitchen.
- Modern agricultural sprinklers are designed to maximize water efficiency by adjusting the spray pattern based on current wind speeds and soil moisture levels.

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