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hose Synonyms
Another word for hose
Choosing another word for hose depends on context, so the 27 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A flexible tube conveying water, gas, or other fluids, typically used for watering plants or extinguishing fires.
Usage Example
"The gardener uncoiled the green hosepipe to water the newly planted flowerbeds."
Strongest
hosepipe
Strong
tube
tubing
pipe
• verb (Context 2)
To water, wash, or spray with a flexible tube.
Usage Example
"He spent Saturday morning hosing down the driveway to clear away the mud."
Strongest
hose down
Strong
spray
douse
water
drench
rinse
wash
• noun (Context 3)
Garments such as stockings, socks, or tights designed to cover the legs and feet.
Usage Example
"During the Renaissance, wealthy men wore brightly colored hosiery made of fine silk or wool."
Strongest
hosiery
stockings
Strong
tights
pantyhose
socks
nylons
• verb (Context 4)
To cheat, deceive, or severely disadvantage someone (Slang).
Usage Example
"The customers felt like they were getting hosed by the hidden fees in the contract."
Strongest
cheat
swindle
fleece
rip off
screw
Strong
shaft
stiff
dupe
defraud
con
Opposites of hose
The opposite of hose shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
dry
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Hose. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/hose