DOUSE Meaning and
Definition
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Douse is a verb that describes the act of extinguishing or wetting something, typically by pouring a liquid over it. It implies the action of completely covering or immersing something in a liquid to wet or quench it. This word is commonly associated with putting out flames or fire through the application of water or another liquid.
Used metaphorically, douse can also refer to subduing or suppressing a strong emotion, feeling, or desire. It suggests the action of dampening or calming down such intensity, similar to dousing the flames of anger or passion.
In its literal sense, douse can involve actions like pouring, splashing, or submerging. For instance, one might douse a campfire by pouring a bucket of water over the flames. During a fire emergency, firefighters often douse a building with fire retardant chemicals to control and extinguish the blaze.
Figuratively, douse can be used in expressions like "douse your worries" or "douse the flames of jealousy", implying the idea of reducing or calming these emotions by means of introspection, self-control, or other moderating actions.
Overall, douse refers to the act of pouring or immersing with the intention of wetting, extinguishing, or suppressing something typically involving strong emotion or fire-related situations.
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• To put out; to extinguish.
• To thrust into water; to lower or slacken suddenly.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of DOUSE
The word "douse" has an interesting etymology. It originated in Late Middle English as "dowse", which meant to extinguish or to plunge into water. The word can be traced back to the Old English word "dūsan", or the Middle Dutch word "dossen", which both meant to extinguish by shaking or throwing water. These older roots of the word likely derive from the Proto-Germanic word "dus-, dussa", which meant to wash or to dip. The modern spelling "douse" emerged in the 16th century and has remained relatively unchanged since then.
Similar spelling words for DOUSE
- douche,
- mouse,
- dosch,
- doss,
- rouse,
- doze,
- doxey,
- dossey,
- house,
- dogie,
- DoJ,
- dose,
- doge,
- doke,
- louse,
- duse,
- dog,
- Does,
- doggie,
- dowse,
- dos,
- doc.
Conjugate verb Douse
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