Definitions
1.VerbTo plunge suddenly into water; to duck; to immerse.
2.VerbTo fall suddenly into water.
3.VerbTo put out; to extinguish.
4.NounA sudden plunging into water.
5.VerbTo strike, beat, or thrash.
6.VerbTo strike or lower in haste; to slacken suddenly"Douse the topsail!"
7.NounA blow or strike, especially to the face.