What is another word for sousing?
Pronunciation: [sˈa͡ʊsɪŋ] (IPA) 
Sousing is a word used to describe the act of soaking something in a liquid, usually vinegar or brine. There are a number of synonyms that can be used to describe this action, including pickling, marinating, steeping, immersing, dousing, saturating, and soaking. Pickling typically refers to the process of soaking vegetables, fruits, or meats in a mixture of vinegar and spices to preserve them. Marinating is the act of soaking meats or other foods in oil, vinegar, or a combination of both, along with various herbs and spices to enhance their flavor. Steeping refers to the act of soaking tea or other herbs in hot water to extract their flavors and medicinal properties. Immersing refers to the act of completely submerging something in liquid, while dousing and saturating both refer to thoroughly soaking something.
