noun
- People who search for underground water, minerals, or other substances using a divining rod or similar device.
Usage: Plural of dowser.; The practice is sometimes called dowsing or water witching.; Scientific evidence for the effectiveness of dowsing is limited.
Examples
- The dowsers claimed they could locate underground springs using only a forked stick.
- Many farmers hired dowsers to find water sources on their land.
- Skeptics argue that dowsers rely on luck rather than any genuine ability.
- The dowsers walked across the property with their divining rods held out in front of them.
- Some dowsers specialize in finding minerals, while others focus on water.
- Despite modern technology, a few dowsers still practice their traditional craft.