watering
UK: ˈwɔːtərɪŋ | US: ˈwɔːtərɪŋ
n. the act of supplying water to plants or land
adj. relating to or used for watering (e.g., watering can)
v. present participle of "water" (to pour or sprinkle water on something)
The word "watering" combines the Old English root "wæter" (liquid essential for life) with the suffix "-ing," which forms present participles or nouns denoting actions. Originally tied to natural water sources, its meaning expanded to include artificial irrigation and plant care. The verb "to water" (late Old English "wæterian") reflects the action of supplying water, while the noun "watering" emerged to describe the process or tools involved.
She spent the morning watering her garden.
The farmer installed a new watering system for the crops.
A watering hole attracts animals in the savanna.
His eyes were watering from the strong wind.
The hotel provides watering stations for guests' pets.