Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
douse
verb
/daʊs/
Definition
To extinguish a fire or to pour a liquid over something.
Examples
- He tried to douse the flames with water.
- After the party, they doused the fireworks safely.
Meaning
The act of putting out a flame or drenching something with liquid.
Synonyms
- extinguish
- snuff
- soak
- wet
