Watering — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun adjective /ˈī-ˌwȯ-tə-riŋ/

Meaning & Definition of Watering

Watering (verb)

  1. to moisten, sprinkle, or soak with water
  2. to supply with water for drink
  3. to supply water to
  4. to reduce or temper the force or effectiveness of

Watering (noun)

  1. a vessel usually with a spout used to sprinkle or pour water especially on plants —called also watering pot
  2. water hole
  3. a place where people gather socially; especially, watering place
  4. a place where water may be obtained; especially, one where animals and especially livestock come to drink
  5. a health or recreational resort featuring mineral springs or bathing
  6. a place (such as a nightclub, bar, or lounge) where drink is available

Watering (adjective)

  1. causing the eyes to water —often used figuratively to describe something extreme, excessive, intense, etc.

Watering (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to make wet

    "watered the plants"

Related Entry: Water (verb)

Water is a different word from Watering. The synonyms below are for water, not for watering.

  1. to make wet

    "watered the plants"

Related Entry: Watering hole (noun)

Watering hole is a different word from Watering. The synonyms below are for watering hole, not for watering.

  1. a place of business where alcoholic beverages are sold to be consumed on the premises

    "supposedly, that Broadway hangout was the favorite watering hole for 1940s celebrities"

    similar: bar, barroom, café, cantina (Southwest), dramshop, gin mill, grogshop (chiefly British), pub, public house (chiefly British), saloon, taproom, tavern, watering place

Related Entry: Watering place (noun)

Watering place is a different word from Watering. The synonyms below are for watering place, not for watering.

  1. a place of business where alcoholic beverages are sold to be consumed on the premises

    "die-hard fans gathered at the local watering place to watch the Super Bowl"

    similar: bar, barroom, café, cantina (Southwest), dramshop, gin mill, grogshop (chiefly British), pub, public house (chiefly British), saloon, taproom, tavern, watering hole

Related Entry: Watering can (noun)

Watering can is a different word from Watering. The synonyms below are for watering can, not for watering.

  1. as in watering pot

Related Entry: Watering cans (noun)

Watering cans is a different word from Watering. The synonyms below are for watering cans, not for watering.

  1. as in watering pots

Related Entry: Watering pot (noun)

Watering pot is a different word from Watering. The synonyms below are for watering pot, not for watering.

  1. as in watering can

Related Entry: Watering pots (noun)

Watering pots is a different word from Watering. The synonyms below are for watering pots, not for watering.

  1. as in watering cans

Related Entry: Watering holes (noun)

Watering holes is a different word from Watering. The synonyms below are for watering holes, not for watering.

  1. a place of business where alcoholic beverages are sold to be consumed on the premises

    "supposedly, that Broadway hangout was the favorite watering hole for 1940s celebrities"

    similar: barrooms, bars, cafés, cantinas (Southwest), dramshops, gin mills, grogshops (chiefly British), public houses (chiefly British), pubs, saloons, taprooms, taverns, watering places

Related Entry: Watering places (noun)

Watering places is a different word from Watering. The synonyms below are for watering places, not for watering.

  1. a place of business where alcoholic beverages are sold to be consumed on the premises

    "die-hard fans gathered at the local watering place to watch the Super Bowl"

    similar: barrooms, bars, cafés, cantinas (Southwest), dramshops, gin mills, grogshops (chiefly British), public houses (chiefly British), pubs, saloons, taprooms, taverns, watering holes

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Watering

The most common words with a similar meaning to Watering:

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Watering

Words with the opposite meaning of Watering:

Near Antonyms of Watering

Word Forms of Watering

Inflections: watered, waters, watered down, watering down, waters down

Derived words: watered-down (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Watering

First known use: before 12th centuryt

Words & Phrases Containing Watering

Frequently Asked Questions about Watering

What does "Watering" mean?

"Watering" means to moisten, sprinkle, or soak with water. As an a verb, a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: to moisten, sprinkle, or soak with water.

What is another word for "Watering"?

Other words for "Watering" include bathing, bedraggling, dousing, drenching, drowning, soaking, soddening and sopping. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Watering" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Watering"?

There are 49 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Watering". Common alternatives include bathing, bedraggling, dousing, drenching, drowning, soaking, soddening, sopping, sousing and washing.

What is the opposite of "Watering"?

Antonyms of "Watering" include dehydrating, desiccating, drying, parching, scorching and searing. Near antonyms include dewatering, evaporating, freeze-drying and drip-drying.

How do you use "Watering" in a sentence?

Examples of "Watering" in a sentence: "watered the plants".

Is "Watering" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Watering" can be used as a verb, a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Watering"?

"Watering" is pronounced /ˈī-ˌwȯ-tə-riŋ/.

What is the origin of the word "Watering"?

First known use: before 12th centuryt.