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dousing

The correct spelling is dousing.

How to pronounce dousing

verb

Say it like: Dow-sin-g

The correct spelling is dousing. To plunge suddenly into water; to duck; to immerse. For example: "Douse the topsail!"

Usage Examples

Douse the topsail!

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To plunge suddenly into water; to duck; to immerse.
  2. 2.To fall suddenly into water.
  3. 3.To put out; to extinguish.
  4. 4.To strike, beat, or thrash.
  5. 5.To strike or lower in haste; to slacken suddenly

noun

  1. 1.The act by which something is doused.

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