irrigation
US /ˌɪr.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌɪr.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
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灌溉, 澆灌
the supply of water to land or crops to aid growth, typically by means of channels, pipes, or sprinklers
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Modern irrigation techniques have significantly increased crop yields.
現代灌溉技術顯著提高了作物產量。
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The region relies heavily on river water for irrigation.
該地區嚴重依賴河水進行灌溉。