What is another word for dowsers?

Pronunciation: [dˈa͡ʊzəz] (IPA)

Dowsers are individuals who use a divining rod or a pendulum to locate sources of water or minerals beneath the surface of the earth. However, there are many other words that can be used to describe dowsers. Some of these words include diviners, water witches, water finders, and rodsmen. Each of these synonyms highlights different aspects of the art of dowsing, whether it is the ancient and mystical divination aspect, the focus on finding water sources specifically, or the simple reliance on a physical tool like a rod or pendulum. Whatever the term used, dowsers are an important tool for many farmers, ranchers, and others who rely on underground resources for their livelihoods.

What are the hypernyms for Dowsers?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Dowsers

Sollers: dowsers can play strange games.
"Georgian Poetry 1913-15"
Edited by E. M. (Sir Edward Howard Marsh)
These dowsers live on lies: my trade's the truth.
"Georgian Poetry 1913-15"
Edited by E. M. (Sir Edward Howard Marsh)
Shale: Neither such dowsers, and we'll learn him that.
"Georgian Poetry 1913-15"
Edited by E. M. (Sir Edward Howard Marsh)

Related words: dowsing rods, water dowsing, dowsing for water, dowsing pendulum, dowsing map, dowsing map for sale, dowsing rods for sale

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