doused Definition
- 1to pour a liquid over something or someone, especially in order to put out a fire
- 2to extinguish a fire by pouring a large amount of water on it
- 3to wet something completely with a liquid
Using doused: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "doused" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The firefighters doused the flames with water.
Example
He doused his face with cold water.
Example
She doused the campfire before going to bed.
doused Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: doused in Brief
The verb 'doused' [doust] means to pour a liquid over something or someone, especially to put out a fire. It can also mean to wet something completely with a liquid. Synonyms include 'extinguish,' 'quench,' and 'smother.' Examples of usage include 'The firefighters doused the flames with water' and 'He doused his face with cold water.'
