Originally linked to divination practices; may imply a superstitious or non-scientific approach.

Mystical Origins

Dowsing is a traditional practice, now regarded as outdated or unreliable by many.

Outdated Practice

Use of 'dowse' often refers to specific tools like rods or sticks associated with the practice.

Specific Tools

Often used to talk about putting out fires in a vigorous, forceful manner.

Extinguishing Fires

Implies more thorough wetting than just sprinkling; think soaking or completely covering.

More Than Sprinkle

Conveys a sense of urgency and immediate action, especially in emergencies.

Quick Action

 You could dowse for all sorts of things, but this particular one was built to dowse for marijuana in students' lockers. So the way it works is you go down the hallway, and you see if it tilts toward a particular locker, and then you open the locker. So it looks something like this.

Dowse