hose down
(transitive) To put out or reduce a fire by squirting water on the fire with a hose.
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#1·Apr 27, 2026
(transitive) To put out or reduce a fire by squirting water on the fire with a hose.
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#2·Apr 27, 2026
(transitive) To spray thoroughly with a hose.
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#3·Apr 27, 2026
(transitive, idiomatic) To calm down a person, or a situation.
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