DOUSE To douse means to extinguish or soak with a liquid; derived forms include douses (plural), dousing (present participle), doused (past tense), douser (agent noun), dousest (superlative), and dousely (adverb). "Douse refers to the act of putting out a fire or thoroughly soaking something with a liquid; related forms include douses, dousing, doused, douser, dousest, and dousely."
The word DOUSE can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon. Understanding words like this helps expand vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity and richness of the English language.
Many words in the Scrabble dictionary originate from specialized fields (such as science, medicine, geography), historical periods, or other languages. Learning these words helps you understand how English has evolved over time and continues to incorporate new terms from around the world. Words like DOUSE demonstrate the complexity and richness of English vocabulary.
Word: DOUSE
Length: 5 letters
Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS
Status: Official Scrabble word
The word DOUSE can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.