Vocabulary Entry

dowsing

|noun • verb

noun

The practice of searching for underground water, minerals, or other hidden things using a forked stick or a divining rod.

Example Sentences

"The farmer used dowsing to locate the best spot for drilling a well."

"Many people believe in the accuracy of dowsing, despite the lack of scientific evidence."

"He became known in his community as an expert in dowsing for water sources."

verb

Example Sentences

"She dowsed the area near the old oak tree, hoping to find a fresh water source."

"They planned to dowse the property to determine where to dig for a new well."

"After years of practice, he could dowse with remarkable success."