watering

/ˈwɑɾərɪŋ/

/ˈwɔterɪŋ/
IPA guide

Other forms: waterings

Definitions of watering
  1. noun
    wetting with water
    “the lawn needs a great deal of watering”
    see moresee less
    types:
    sparge, sprinkle, sprinkling
    the act of sprinkling or splashing water
    type of:
    wetting
    the act of making something wet
  2. noun
    shedding tears
    synonyms: lachrymation, lacrimation, tearing
    see moresee less
    type of:
    activity, bodily function, bodily process, body process
    an organic process that takes place in the body
Pronunciation
US

/ˈwɑɾərɪŋ/
UK

/ˈwɔterɪŋ/
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
VocabTrainer™
Start Now
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘watering'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family