(rouz) v. roused, rous·ing v.t.
1. To cause to awaken from slumber, repose, unconsciousness, etc.
2. To excite to vigorous thought or action; stir up.
3. To startle or drive (game) from cover.
—v.i.
4. To awaken from sleep or unconsciousness.
5. To become active.
6. To start from cover: said of game. See synonyms under PIQUE, SPUR, STIR.
—noun
1. The act of rousing; an awakening to or signal for action.
2. Brit. Reveille. [Origin unknown]
—rous′er noun

(rouz) noun
1. Archaic A full draft of liquor; a bumper.
2. Noisy mirth; a drinking bout; carousal. [Aphetic form of CAROUSE]

(rouz) v.t. & v.i. roused, rous·ing Naut.
To pull together and with vigor. [? <ROUSE¹]