1. (v. t.) To plunge suddenly into water; to duck; to immerse; to dowse.

2. (v. t.) To strike or lower in haste; to slacken suddenly; as, douse the topsail.

3. (v. i.) To fall suddenly into water.

4. (v. t.) To put out; to extinguish.

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