The word "drenches" is spelled as d-r-e-n-c-h-e-s. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is spelled as /drɛnʧɪz/. The "dr" sound is equivalent to the sound of "j" in "jacket." The "ɛ" sound is similar to the "e" in "set." The "nʧ" sound is pronounced as "n" plus "ch" sound in "chicken." The final "ɪz" sound is pronounced as "iz" in "fizzes." "Drenches" is a plural form of the verb "drench," which means to soak something completely in water or other liquid.
Drenches, as a noun, refers to the act of saturating or immersing something, typically an object or a living organism, with a large amount of liquid. It involves completely soaking or wetting the subject to the point of being thoroughly doused or drenched in fluid. This process is often achieved by pouring or spraying water or any other liquid over the entity being drenched.
In a verb form, drenches means to completely soak or wet something, often intentionally and thoroughly, using a significant amount of fluid. It entails the act of pouring or immersing an object or organism in a liquid to the point of being saturated or heavily moistened. The purpose of drenching can range from hydrating plants or crops, providing relief to thirsty animals, to administering medications or treatments orally or topically. In the case of living beings, this action can involve drinking a substantial amount of fluids for rehydration or consuming a liquid medicine as prescribed by a medical professional.
Overall, drenches involve the action of completely saturating or wetting a particular object or organism with a significant amount of liquid, either for practical purposes like watering or for medical and therapeutic uses.
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The word "drenches" is a noun derived from the verb "drench", which has its origins in Middle English.
The verb "drench" can be traced back to Old English "drencan", which means "to cause to drink or swallow". It is related to the Old Norse word "drekkja" and the Old High German word "tranchiren", both meaning "to make drink".
In Middle English, "drench" began to take on the meaning of "to wet thoroughly, soak", especially in reference to medicinal or veterinary treatments. This is the sense of the word that has persisted up to the present day.
The plural noun "drenches" refers to the act or result of drenching, typically used in the context of a liquid substance thoroughly saturating something. It is formed by adding the "es" ending, indicating the plural form.