irrigate
/ˈɪrɪɡeɪt/
CEFR level C1Topic EnvironmentWord #6268 in the learning path
灌溉
Definitions
v. to supply land or crops with water
灌溉
Example
Farmers irrigate these fields with water from the river.
农民用河水灌溉这些田地。
Using treated wastewater to irrigate crops can reduce pressure on freshwater supplies in dry regions.
使用处理过的废水灌溉作物，可以减轻干旱地区的淡水供应压力。
Collocations
- irrigate crops
- irrigate farmland
- irrigation system
Word family
- irrigation (n.)
- irrigated (adj.)
Synonyms
- water
Usage tip
通常作及物动词，宾语是田地或作物，不是水。
FAQ
- What does irrigate mean?
- to supply land or crops with water
- How is irrigate pronounced?
- UK /ˈɪrɪɡeɪt/, US /ˈɪrɪɡeɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
