dowse meaning and definition

DOWSE noun

Definition of dowse (noun)

1. searching for underground water or minerals by using a dowsing rod
   • synonyms: dowsing, rhabdomancy

DOWSE verb

Definition of dowse (verb)

1. wet thoroughly
   • synonyms: douse
2. use a divining rod in search of underground water or metal
3. slacken
   • "douse a rope"
   • synonyms: douse
4. cover with liquid; pour liquid onto
   • "souse water on his hot face"
   • synonyms: douse, drench, soak, sop, souse