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    Riego (en. Irrigation)

    /ˈrjeɣo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The action of supplying water to land for cultivation.
    Irrigation is essential for plant growth.
    El riego es esencial para el crecimiento de las plantas.
    A system or method used for irrigation.
    Drip irrigation is very efficient.
    El riego por goteo es muy eficiente.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'rigare', which means 'to water'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    drip irrigation
    A method of irrigation that involves the slow and controlled application of water directly to the roots of plants.
    riego por goteo
    automatic irrigation
    An irrigation system that operates without manual intervention, often programmed.
    riego automático

    Related Words

    to water
    A verb that refers to the action of applying water to plants.
    regar
    irrigation
    A technique for controlling water supply in agriculture.
    irrigación

    Slang Meanings

    To be under irrigation
    When the field is dry, it is said to be under irrigation.
    Cuando el campo está seco, se dice que está en riego.
    To do irrigation
    I came to do irrigation in my garden in the afternoon.
    Vine a hacer reigo a mi huerta en la tarde.