wet down
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To make (something) wet, especially as a preliminary step in cleaning it.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
[…] the cabin torn away, and the ward-room all aslop from wetting down the decks while passing powder.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “wet down” mean?
To make (something) wet, especially as a preliminary step in cleaning it.
Is “wet down” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.