Meaning & use

water

noun·Everyday

The clear, odorless liquid that forms rivers, lakes, and rain, essential for all known life.

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We filled our bottles with cold water before starting the long hike.

Houseplants need adequate sunlight, soil, and water to grow strong and healthy.

A note on using this word

Common alternatives in writing include 'moisture' or specific terms like 'rainwater' and 'seawater,' depending on context.

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Another way to use it

2. verb

To pour water on plants, soil, or animals to keep them hydrated.

She waters the garden every evening before the sun goes down.

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