I. ˈhōz noun
( plural hose or hos·es )
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English hosa stocking, husk; akin to Old High German hosa leg covering
Date: before 12th century
1. plural hose
a.
(1) : a cloth leg covering that sometimes covers the foot
(2) : stocking , sock
b.
(1) : a close-fitting garment covering the legs and waist that is usually attached to a doublet by points
(2) : short breeches reaching to the knee
2. : a flexible tube for conveying fluids (as from a faucet or hydrant)
II. transitive verb
( hosed ; hos·ing )
Date: 1889
1.
a. : to spray, water, or wash with a hose — often used with down
hose down a stable floor
b. slang : to fire automatic weapons at — usually used with down
2. slang : to deprive of something due or expected : trick , cheat