1. to soak or drench thoroughly with liquid
2. to plunge or immerse in liquid

1. plural of souse: a dish of pickled pig’s feet, ears, or other parts
2. plural of souse: drunkards
Usage: slang

Examples

• The sudden downpour souses everyone waiting at the bus stop.
• She souses the dirty clothes in soapy water before washing.
• The chef souses the vegetables in vinegar for the pickle recipe.
• He souses his head in cold water to wake up.
• The delicatessen sells traditional souses and other pickled meats.
• The bartender refuses to serve the souses who stumble in.
• Rain souses the campfire, sending up clouds of steam.