firehosing

noun — 3 senses

firehosing

noun

Etymology From firehose + -ing.

1

Literally The act of dousing a fire, as a firefighter might put down a fire by dousing it with a large amount of water.

2

Figuratively Extensive and possibly excessive criticism of an idea by presenting an overwhelming number of arguments against it.

3

Arts, Broadcasting, Film, Hobbies, Lifestyle, Media, Photography, Television, Videography Video camera movement intended to record as much of a scene as possible, such as by swinging the camera from side to side, usually in a way that makes the resulting footage worthless.

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