watered

word · lemma: water

Definition

Gave water to plants, soil, or animals, usually to help them grow or stay healthy. Can also refer to something being mixed or covered with water.

Usage & Nuances

'Watered' is the past tense and past participle of 'water.' Mainly used for plants and gardens, less often for animals. Can also appear in phrases like 'watered-down' (meaning made weaker or diluted).

Example Sentences

I watered the flowers this morning.

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She watered her garden every evening.

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Who watered the plants in the office?

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My mouth watered just thinking about the cake.

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If you had watered the tree, it wouldn't have died.

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He accidentally watered his shoes while gardening.

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