Definition

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Example

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Conversation

Have you seen my new watering can?

Yeah, it looks really nice!

Thanks! I think it's perfect for my plants.

Definitely! A good watering can makes all the difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The action of giving water to plants or soil to help them grow.

Example

The gardener spent the morning doing the watering in the flower beds.

Conversation

Have you finished your watering for the day?

Not yet, I still have a few plants to take care of.

I find it so relaxing to do the watering in the morning.

Definition

To give water to plants or soil to help them grow.

Example

I am watering the flowers in the garden.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you finished watering the plants yet?

Not yet, I still need to do the ones in the backyard.

I can help you with watering them if you want.

Root Explanation

Watering → It is formed from "water" (from Old English *wæter*, meaning liquid that falls as rain or is found in rivers and lakes) and "-ing" (a suffix used to indicate the action or process of). The word "watering" refers to the action or process of applying water, typically to plants or land.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for liquid, 'wæter', to remember that 'watering' means the action of applying water.

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