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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

dowsed

/dɔːzd/ verb · British & US
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What does dowsed mean?

verb

To search for or locate something, especially water, minerals, or other substances, using a dowsing rod or other divining tool. To detect or sense the presence of something, often in a vague or intuitive way.

Example

"The prospector dowsed for gold in the nearby stream."

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