noun

wetting

WEH-tihng

Wetting (noun) means the act or process of making something wet. Example: “A light wetting of the soil is enough before you plant the seeds.”

noun

The act or process of making something wet.

"A light wetting of the soil is enough before you plant the seeds."

An episode of accidental urination, especially by a child or during sleep.

"The doctor said bed-wetting at that age is still completely normal."

How to use wetting

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMaking something wet, or (informally) wetting oneself.

Common pairings

bed-wetting a light wetting

wettings plural

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A light _____ of the soil is enough before you plant the seeds.

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What does “wetting” mean?

The word “wetting” means the act or process of making something wet. In plain terms, making something wet, or (informally) wetting oneself.

How do you pronounce “wetting”?

“Wetting” is pronounced WEH-tihng (/ˈwɛtɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “wetting” in a sentence?

Here is “wetting” used in a sentence: “A light wetting of the soil is enough before you plant the seeds.”

What part of speech is “wetting”?

“Wetting” is a noun.

How many meanings does “wetting” have?

“Wetting” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act or process of making something wet.

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