Word of the Day for Grades 4-6

Definition: 1. to supply (land) with water by artificial means, as by diverting streams, flooding, or spraying. 2. to supply or wash (an orifice, wound, etc.) with a spray or a flow of some liquid. 3. to moisten; wet.

Example: The nurse must irrigate the wound so it does not become infected.

Synonyms: saturate, soak

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