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watering

n. uncountable
A2 Elementary US //ˈwɔtɝɪŋ// UK //wˈɔːtəɹɪŋ// wa·ter·ing

n. the act of giving water to plants so they can grow.

n. the process of supplying water to plants, crops, or gardens to sustain growth.


SIMPLE

The garden needs a good watering every morning.

CONTEXTUAL

During the summer heatwave, the local council restricted the watering of private lawns to twice a week.

COMPLEX

Automated irrigation systems ensure consistent watering across the vineyard, which is essential for maintaining the specific sugar levels required for high-quality wine production.

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