Meaning of the word irrigation in English

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irrigation

US /ˌɪr.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌɪr.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

the supply of water to land or crops to aid growth, typically by means of channels, pipes, or sprinklers

Example:
Modern irrigation techniques have significantly increased crop yields.
The region relies heavily on river water for irrigation.
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