Definitions for dowse

Definitions for (noun) dowse

Main entry: dowse, dowsing, rhabdomancy

Definition: searching for underground water or minerals by using a dowsing rod


Definitions for (verb) dowse

Main entry: douse, dowse, drench, soak, sop, souse

Definition: cover with liquid; pour liquid onto

Usage: souse water on his hot face


Main entry: douse, dowse

Definition: slacken

Usage: douse a rope


Main entry: dowse

Definition: use a divining rod in search of underground water or metal


Main entry: douse, dowse

Definition: wet thoroughly


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