Synonyms for

Watering

Verb / ˈwɔ:tɜ:ɪŋ / Another word for watering — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of giving water to plants or crops.

Synonyms & similar words

lacrimation water lachrymation irrigate tearing irrigation sprinkling drenching moistening hydrating hosing dousing saturating soaking wetting dripping sousing splashing bathing flood water drizzle spraying sopping humectation

Synonyms by register

Formal

irrigating moistening drenching humidifying

Informal

soaking dousing splashing

Literary

bedewing quenching

Antonyms

drying parching withering wilting neglecting starving

Common collocations

  • watering can
  • watering hole
  • watering plants
  • watering the garden
  • watering the lawn
  • watering system
  • watering schedule
  • watering down

Word family

noun watering
verb water
adjective watered

Usage note

The word 'watering' can refer to the act of giving water to plants or, informally, to diluting a drink. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. I woke up early to do some watering in the garden.
  2. The farmer uses a watering can to water his crops.
  3. The flowers need regular watering to stay healthy.
  4. I love the sound of rainwater watering my plants.
  5. The sprinkler system does a great job of watering the lawn.

Quotes

  • 'The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.' - Chinese proverb
  • 'Gardening is a matter of your enthusiasm holding up until your back gets used to it.' - Unknown
  • 'The love of gardening is a seed once sown that never dies.' - Gertrude Jekyll

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