irrigation

• Процесс искусственного снабжения водой земли или сельскохозяйственных культур для стимулирования роста, или медицинская процедура промывания раны или органа жидкостью.

The process of artificially supplying water to land or crops to promote growth, or the medical procedure of flushing or washing a wound or body organ with a liquid.

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1. Agricultural water supplyB2formal

   The artificial application of water to land or soil to assist in the growth of crops, especially in dry areas.

   Орошение

   • The farmers rely on irrigation to grow crops during the dry season.
   • Modern irrigation systems use drip technology to conserve water.
   • The government invested in new irrigation canals for the region.

   Synonymsfloodingsoakingsprinklingwatering

2. Medical flushingC1formalmedical

   The process of washing out a wound or body cavity with a stream of water or a medicated solution.

   Медицинское промывание

   • The doctor performed wound irrigation to remove debris and bacteria.
   • Nasal irrigation can help relieve sinus congestion.
   • Irrigation of the bladder is sometimes necessary after surgery.

   Synonymscleansingdouchelavagewashing