Meaning ofdousein English

Verb

1. to extinguish or put out (a fire, flame, etc.)
   The firefighter will douse the flames with water.
2. to plunge into water suddenly; immerse
   She decided to douse herself in the cool lake on a hot day.
3. to lower or slacken something quickly (in nautical contexts)
   The sailors had to douse the sails quickly to avoid the storm.