Definition of Douse
Douse
douse
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to drench or soak something by throwing a liquid onto it;
e.g. Finally, you should douse the sweets with syrup before serving them.
(verb)
to quickly submerge something in a liquid, especially water;
e.g. I didn't mean to douse the book in the puddle, but it slipped out of my hand.
(verb)
to extinguish or put out a light or flame;
e.g. The neighbor helped to douse the flames and put out the fire.
(noun)
a complete soaking or drenching;
e.g. She received a douse of freezing rain when it began to pour.
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