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irrigate

Syllabification: (ir·ri·gate)

Pronunciation: /ˈirigāt/

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Definition of irrigate

verb

[with object]

supply water to (land or crops) to help growth, typically by means of channels.
(of a river or stream) supply (land) with water.
Medicine apply a continuous flow of water or liquid medication to (an organ or wound).