To arouse or bring out (e.g. feelings); to stimulate.
To cause an electron to move to a higher than normal state; to promote an electron to an outer level.
To energize (an electromagnet); to produce a magnetic field in.
To stir the emotions of.
to rout out of bed; to rouse
to arrest
To harass, to treat in a rough way.
to drive strongly
A strong tide or current, especially in a narrow channel.