noun
douche
doosh
noun
1
A jet of water directed onto or into the body, especially for cleansing.
"The clinic recommended against using a douche regularly."
verb
1
To cleanse a body part, especially internally, with a jet of water.
"Doctors generally advise against douching."
How to Use Douche
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA rinse of water used to clean part of the body, or the act of doing that.
When to use it
In casual speech, "douche" is also a short, mildly rude insult for an obnoxious person — see "douchebag."
Word Forms
douched past tense, douches singular
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Etymology
From French douche ("shower"), from Italian doccia.