watering can
noun
: a vessel usually with a spout used to sprinkle or pour water especially on plants
called also watering pot
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When watering tomatoes, deliver water directly to the base of a plant using a watering wand, a drip hose, or a watering can with a long spout.
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Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2025
Digging in the dirt, planting seeds, capturing weeds and even carrying watering cans all contribute to moderate physical activity.
—Danielle Bauter, Oc Register, 4 Aug. 2025
Don't keep a full watering can on your porch, either.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 19 July 2025
Fish emulsion is a liquid that’s diluted in water and applied to plants with a garden sprayer or watering can.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 July 2025
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Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2025
Digging in the dirt, planting seeds, capturing weeds and even carrying watering cans all contribute to moderate physical activity.
—Danielle Bauter, Oc Register, 4 Aug. 2025
Don't keep a full watering can on your porch, either.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 19 July 2025
Fish emulsion is a liquid that’s diluted in water and applied to plants with a garden sprayer or watering can.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for watering can
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“Watering can.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/watering%20can. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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