v. t. To drench; to soak; especially, to immerse (in water believed to have curative properties). [ Obs. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
There were many bowssening places, for curing of mad men.
. . . If there appeared small amendment he was bowssened again and again. Carew. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ From G.T. Bowen, who analyzed it in 1822. ] (Min.) A hard, compact variety of serpentine found in Rhode Island. It is of a light green color and resembles jade. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ From G.T. Bowen, who analyzed it in 1822. ] (Min.) A hard, compact variety of serpentine found in Rhode Island. It is of a light green color and resembles jade. [ 1913 Webster ]