Dowse

verb

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.verbTo plunge suddenly into water; to duck; to immerse.

2.verbTo fall suddenly into water.

3.verbTo put out; to extinguish.

4.verbTo strike, beat, or thrash.

5.verbTo strike or lower in haste; to slacken suddenly

"Douse the topsail!"

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