Meaning of the word damp in English

What does damp mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

damp

US /dæmp/
UK /dæmp/
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Adjective

slightly wet

Example:
The clothes were still damp from the wash.
The air felt cool and damp after the rain.
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Verb

1.

make (something) slightly wet

Example:
She damped the cloth before wiping the table.
The morning dew damped the grass.
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2.

make (a fire) burn less brightly or strongly

Example:
He damped down the fire for the night.

Noun

moisture in the air or on a surface

Example:
There was a persistent smell of damp in the old house.
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