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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sprinkler

/sprɪŋklər/ noun · British & US
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What does sprinkler mean?

noun

A device that disperses water over a lawn or other area for irrigation, typically consisting of a rotating sprinkler head attached to a hose or pipe. A sprinkler is also a verb meaning to scatter or sprinkle something, such as water or powder.

Example

"The gardener turned on the sprinkler to water the parched lawn."

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