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Term: Ouse

Description:

Ouse is a term with various meanings and can be used as a noun, verb, or adjective. It refers to a river in England, a type of mouse, or an old spelling variation for "house." It can also be used as a verb to mean act hesitantly or as an adjective to describe something related to the Ouse river or its surrounding areas.

Senses:

Noun:

1. Ouse (River) - The Ouse is a major river in England that flows through several counties before eventually reaching the North Sea.

Noun:

2. Ouse (Mouse) - A small rodent belonging to the genus Mus. Some species of ouse are considered pests, while others are kept as pets.

Noun:

3. Ouse (Old Spelling for "House") - An alternative, archaic spelling for the word "house."

Verb:

1. ouse - (used without object) - To act hesitantly or with caution; to hesitate or waver before making a decision.

Adjective:

1. Ouse - Describing something that is related to the Ouse river or its surrounding areas, such as Ouse Valley.

Sample Sentences:

1. After days of heavy rain, the Ouse river flooded its banks, causing extensive damage to nearby towns.

2. Make sure to close all the doors tightly so that no ouse can sneak into the house.

3. In olden times, people used to spell "house" as "ouse."

4. The job offer was tempting, but she continued to ouse, uncertain about leaving her current position.

5. This picturesque village is located in the Ouse Valley, surrounded by stunning natural beauty.

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