💧irrigation

noun
ˌɪr.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən

Meaning

The artificial application of water to land or soil.
The controlled supply of water to land for agricultural production.
The artificial application of water to land for growing crops.

Example Sentences

Irrigation systems improve crop yields in dry regions.

Irrigation helps increase agricultural productivity.

Modern irrigation techniques improve crop yield.

Synonyms

watering, hydration, agricultural water supply, flooding, sprinkling
Entry 1
watering, hydration, agricultural water supply
Entry 2
watering, hydration, flooding
Entry 3
watering, hydration, sprinkling

Antonyms

drought, dehydration, water scarcity, dryness, aridity
Entry 1
drought, dehydration, water scarcity
Entry 2
drought, dehydration, dryness
Entry 3
drought, dehydration, aridity

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