dousing

/ˈdaʊsɪŋ/
verb
  1. To pour a large amount of liquid over someone or something, or to plunge into water.
    • She doused the campfire with a bucket of water before leaving.
    • He accidentally doused his shirt with coffee when the cup tipped over.
    • The kids doused each other with the garden hose on a hot summer day.
  2. To extinguish a fire or light by pouring water or other liquid over it.
    • Make sure to douse the charcoal completely after grilling.
    • She doused the candle with a small cup of water.
    • The firefighters quickly doused the flames before they could spread.
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