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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On the bottom is a small storage shelf that’s perfect for a watering can, pots or gardening tools.
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Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Switching from top-down to bottom watering can also reduce mold issues.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2025
Markle is seen carrying a copper watering can in the photo as well.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019
Deliver the water directly to the plant’s root zone with a watering can, drip hose, or garden hose with a wand attachment.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Apr. 2025
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Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Switching from top-down to bottom watering can also reduce mold issues.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2025
Markle is seen carrying a copper watering can in the photo as well.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019
Deliver the water directly to the plant’s root zone with a watering can, drip hose, or garden hose with a wand attachment.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Apr. 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 1 May. 2025.
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