1. (v. t.) To wet by little dips or strokes; to spatter; to sprinkle; to moisten; to wet.

2. (v. i.) To play in water, as with the hands; to paddle or splash in mud or water.

3. (v. i.) To work in slight or superficial manner; to do in a small way; to tamper; to meddle.

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