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douse
Example Sentences
“In many cases, firefighters use water to douse and cool nearby structures to keep the fire from spreading further. This minimizes additional damage to the facilities.”
European captain Luke Donald holds the Ryder Cup trophy as he is doused with champagne while celebrating his team's victory over the United States.
This year, however, frustration has doused much of the fun.
Some doused themselves in body spray in the parking lot before joining the line.
Another local, who did not want to give his name, said he had witnessed three "severely burned" people being doused by emergency services and given oxygen.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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