NYT Dictionary

DOUCHE

/duːʃ/
NounVerbDOOSHGrade 8

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2022, 2025

Meaning

A jet or current of water or vapour directed upon some part of the body to benefit it medicinally; in particular, such a jet directed at the vagina for irrigation.

Etymology

Origin: French

Borrowed from French douche (“shower”), from Italian doccia (“shower”).

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

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NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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