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Irrigated: meaning, definitions and examples

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irrigated

 

[ ˈɪrɪɡeɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

agriculture practice

Irrigated refers to land that has been supplied with water through artificial means, typically by using irrigation systems. This practice is essential for growing crops in areas with insufficient rainfall. The process helps to ensure that plants receive an adequate amount of moisture to thrive.

Synonyms

cultivated, farmed, watered

Examples of usage

  • The irrigated fields produced a bountiful harvest.
  • Farmers irrigated the crops to prevent drought damage.
  • Irrigated agriculture is critical in arid regions.

Translations

Translations of the word "irrigated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 irrigado

🇮🇳 सिंचित

🇩🇪 bewässert

🇮🇩 disiram

🇺🇦 зрошений

🇵🇱 nawadniany

🇯🇵 灌漑された

🇫🇷 irrigué

🇪🇸 irrigado

🇹🇷 sulama yapılmış

🇰🇷 관개된

🇸🇦 مروية

🇨🇿 zavlažovaný

🇸🇰 zavlažovaný

🇨🇳 灌溉的

🇸🇮 namakan

🇮🇸 vötnuð

🇰🇿 суменді

🇬🇪 სარწყავი

🇦🇿 suvarılan

🇲🇽 irrigado

Etymology

The word 'irrigate' comes from the Latin 'irrigare', which means 'to water' or 'to wash', derived from 'in-' meaning 'in' and 'rigare' meaning 'to make straight or to lead'. Its use dates back to ancient civilizations where water management was crucial for agriculture. Early irrigation methods involved diverting water from rivers and streams to fields. As agriculture advanced, so did irrigation techniques, incorporating more sophisticated systems like canals and aqueducts. The term 'irrigated' has been utilized since the 15th century to describe lands that benefit from these artificial watering processes. Today, with the growth of population and agricultural demands, the importance of irrigation is more pronounced than ever, influencing both the economy and food security globally.

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