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trickle irrigation

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noun

  1. drip irrigation.

Etymology

Origin of trickle irrigation

First recorded in 1970–75

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Irrigation systems that involve drip or trickle irrigation only, which are fitted with a pressure reducing valve, a timer and are not handheld, are also allowed.

From BBC • Jul. 16, 2025

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