What does irrigate mean?
Irrigate means (transitive) To supply (farmland) with water, by building ditches, pipes, etc..
Irrigate
/ˈɪɹəˌɡeɪt/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To supply (farmland) with water, by building ditches, pipes, etc..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To supply (farmland) with water, by building ditches, pipes, etc.
- (transitive) To clean (a wound) with a fluid.
Example Sentences
We need to irrigate the land before we plant the crops.
The nurse will show you how to irrigate the wound to prevent infection.
Synonyms for irrigate
Antonyms for irrigate
Related Words
Word Forms
- irrigates
- irrigating
- irrigated
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for irrigate?
Common synonyms include water.
What is the opposite of irrigate?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use irrigate in a sentence?
We need to irrigate the land before we plant the crops.
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