irrigate

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action d'apporter de l'eau à la terre ou aux cultures pour favoriser leur croissance, généralement au moyen de canaux ou de tuyaux. Il peut aussi signifier baigner ou humecter une zone.

A verb used to indicate the act of supplying water to land or crops to help growth, typically by means of channels or pipes.

1. Supply land with waterB2formalscientific

   To supply dry land with water by means of channels, ditches, or sprinklers, typically to help crops grow.

   irriguer

   • Farmers irrigate their fields during the dry season.
   • The ancient Romans built aqueducts to irrigate their crops.
   • Modern systems irrigate large areas with minimal water waste.

   Synonymesdrenchfloodhosemoistensaturatesprinklewaterwet

   Antonymesdrain

2. Cleanse or flush a body partB2formalmedical

   To supply a constant flow of liquid to a wound or body cavity for cleansing, cooling, or disinfecting purposes.

   irriguer (un corps)

   • The doctor used saline to irrigate the patient's wound.
   • During surgery, the area is irrigated to keep it clean.
   • Eye drops can be used to irrigate and soothe irritated eyes.

   Synonymescleansedoucheflushlavagerinsewash