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douse - What does it mean?

Definition of 'douse'

English

Etymology 1

Probably of (etyl) origin, related to (etyl) and (douse) below.

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Verb

  • (ambitransitive) To plunge suddenly into water; to duck; to immerse.
  • To fall suddenly into water.
  • (Hudibras)
  • To put out; to extinguish.
  • (rfex)

    Etymology 2

    From (etyl) duschen, .

    Verb

    (dous)
  • To strike.
  • (nautical) To strike or lower in haste; to slacken suddenly; as, douse the topsail.
  • Noun

    (en-noun)
  • A blow; stroke.
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