Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dowse
verb
/daʊs/
Definition
To search for water, minerals, or other substances using a divining rod or similar method.
Examples
- They decided to dowse for water before drilling the well.
- Many rural families used to dowse to find the best locations for their crops.
Meaning
Dowse refers to the practice of using a tool or technique to locate underground resources, often thought to have mystical or intuitive elements.
Synonyms
- Divine
- Search
- Locate
