How Do You Spell DOWSE?

Pronunciation: [dˈa͡ʊz] (IPA)

Dowse is a verb that means to search for underground water by using a divining rod or pendulum. The IPA phonetic transcription for dowse is /daʊz/ which represents the two-syllable word with the "d" sound at the beginning followed by the "ow" diphthong, and ending with the "z" sound. The spelling of dowse may confuse some people, as it is written with a "w" but pronounced with a "v" sound. Regardless, the phonetic transcription accurately represents the pronunciation of the word.

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DOWSE Meaning and Definition

  1. Dowse is a verb, originating from the Middle English word "dowsen," with various meanings depending on the context in which it is used. In general terms, "dowse" is defined as the act of searching for hidden substances or objects, usually using a divining rod or an instrument that responds to the presence of water, minerals, or other materials.

    One common usage of dowse is in the field of divination or "dowsing," where individuals attempt to locate underground water sources, minerals, or even buried objects by holding a rod or a pendulum that moves in response to the desired target. This practice is often associated with folklore or pseudoscience.

    Moreover, "dowse" can also refer to the action of extinguishing a fire by pouring water or another liquid over it. This definition is commonly used in the firefighting industry, and it emphasizes the act of pouring water rather than other fire suppression methods.

    Additionally, dowse can be employed to describe the act of searching or surveying an area systematically or with great diligence, often used in the context of searching for something specific such as archaeological artifacts, buried cables, or even landmines. In these cases, dowse implies a thorough and meticulous approach to the search process.

    Overall, "dowse" encompasses various connotations and applications, whether associated with divination, firefighting, or systematic searching for hidden items or substances.

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Etymology of DOWSE

The word "dowse" originated in the 17th century and its etymology is uncertain. It is believed to derive from a regional variation of the Middle English word "douse", meaning "to strike or beat violently". However, it is not clear how it transitioned to its current meaning related to divining for water or minerals using a dowsing rod. It is possible that the word was influenced by the Old French word "doucer", meaning "to sweeten" or "to soak". Another theory suggests a connection to the Proto-Indo-European root "dheu-" meaning "to flow", which could relate to the idea of locating underground water sources. Ultimately, the exact origin remains uncertain.

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Conjugate verb Dowse

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have dowsed
you would have dowsed
he/she/it would have dowsed
we would have dowsed
they would have dowsed
I would have dowse
you would have dowse
he/she/it would have dowse
we would have dowse
they would have dowse

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been dowsing
you would have been dowsing
he/she/it would have been dowsing
we would have been dowsing
they would have been dowsing

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would dowse
you would dowse
he/she/it would dowse
we would dowse
they would dowse

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be dowsing
you would be dowsing
he/she/it would be dowsing
we would be dowsing
they would be dowsing

FUTURE

I will dowse
you will dowse
he/she/it will dowse
we will dowse
they will dowse

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be dowsing
you will be dowsing
he/she/it will be dowsing
we will be dowsing
they will be dowsing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have dowsed
you will have dowsed
he/she/it will have dowsed
we will have dowsed
they will have dowsed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been dowsing
you will have been dowsing
he/she/it will have been dowsing
we will have been dowsing
they will have been dowsing

IMPERATIVE

you dowse
we let´s dowse

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to dowse

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was dowsing
you were dowsing
he/she/it was dowsing
we were dowsing
they were dowsing

PAST PARTICIPLE

dowsed

PAST PERFECT

I had dowsed
you had dowsed
he/she/it had dowsed
we had dowsed
they had dowsed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been dowsing
you had been dowsing
he/she/it had been dowsing
we had been dowsing
they had been dowsing

PRESENT

I dowse
you dowse
he/she/it dowses
we dowse
they dowse

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am dowsing
you are dowsing
he/she/it is dowsing
we are dowsing
they are dowsing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

dowsing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have dowsed
you have dowsed
he/she/it has dowsed
we have dowsed
they have dowsed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been dowsing
you have been dowsing
he/she/it has been dowsing
we have been dowsing
they have been dowsing

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it dowse

SIMPLE PAST

I dowsed
you dowsed
he/she/it dowsed
we dowsed
they dowsed

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