waterlogged
Pronunciation: [ˈwɔːtərˌlɔɡd]
Word
Context: "nature"
(adjective) when soil or land has absorbed too much water and can't hold any more. This can happen after heavy rain or flooding, making it hard for plants to grow there.
Example
The garden became waterlogged after the heavy rain, so we couldn't plant anything for a while.
Example
The soil was dry and not waterlogged, allowing the flowers to thrive nicely.
Example
Have you ever seen a field that was waterlogged after a storm?
Context: "transportation"
(adjective) when a boat or a vehicle takes in too much water, making it heavy and hard to float or move properly. It often happens if there are leaks or if waves are very strong.
Example
The ship was saved in time before it became too waterlogged to stay afloat.
Example
That boat never became waterlogged because it was well maintained and kept dry.
Example
What happens when a boat gets waterlogged during a storm?
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