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DOWSE

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Dowse.

Dowse - as a noun

Searching for underground water or minerals by using a dowsing rod

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dowsing12rhabdomancy24

Dowse - as a verb

Wet thoroughly

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
douse6

Use a divining rod in search of underground water or metal

Slacken

Example: "Douse a rope"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
douse6

Cover with liquid; pour liquid onto

Example: "Souse water on his hot face"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
douse6drench12soak8sop5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
wet6
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The diviner used a willow branch to dowse for underground water sources."
"She believes she can dowse for lost objects using a pair of metal rods."
"The witch dowsed the area with a potion to cleanse it from negative energy."
"The old man claimed he could dowse for buried treasure with his special gift."
"They decided to dowse the fire by pouring buckets of water on it."
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Word Game Points

Is DOWSE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dowse is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DOWSE has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is DOWSE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dowse is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DOWSE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is DOWSE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dowse is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DOWSE has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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