General Definition: 1. The action of holding something of medium size and moving it side-to-side or up-and-down, or any action or any thing directly or indirectly associated with this, such as using a torch, a hose, a fire-extinguisher, and so on. As a Noun: 1. (When used for the first time in a conversation and you want or need to be more precise, this sign is usually preceded or followed by the sign for LIGHT or BATTERY.) A small electric light which you carry in your hand and which gets its power from batteries inside it. English = torch, flashlight. 2. (When used for the first time in a conversation and you want or need to be more precise, this sign is usually preceded or followed by the sign for WATER or GARDEN.) A long, flexible pipe made of rubber or plastic, along which water is carried. English = hose. 3. (When used for the first time in a conversation and you want or need to be more precise, this sign is usually preceded or followed by the sign for WATER or GARDEN.) The action of using a hose to spread water all over a garden or lawn. English = watering. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. (When used for the first time in a conversation and you want or need to be more precise, this sign is usually preceded or followed by the sign for LIGHT or BATTERY.) To use a torch or flashlight. 2. (When used for the first time in a conversation and you want or need to be more precise, this sign is usually preceded or followed by the sign for WATER or GARDEN.) To use a hose to wash something or spread water all over it. English = water, hose, hose down.