irrigatory

/ɪˌrɪɡˈætɔri/; /ɪˌrɪɡˈeɪtɔri/

Definitions

1. noun

relating to or used for the supply of water for irrigation; especially, a system or device for distributing water to crops or plants

“The farmer relied on an irrigatory system to water his parched fields.”

2. adjective

relating to the supply of water for irrigation

“The irrigatory needs of the crops were met by the local water supply company.”

Synonyms

  • irrigational
  • irrigative

Antonyms

  • desiccating
  • waterless