Meaning & Definition of word "Damp"
Damp
/damp/
noun:
- 1. Moisture; a small amount of water.
- Example: There was a damp in the basement from the leaking pipe.
verb:
- 1. To make something slightly wet.
- Example: She dampened the cloth before wiping the table.
- 2. To reduce the intensity of; diminish.
- Example: The teacher tried to damp the students' excitement.
adjective:
- 1. Slightly wet; humid.
- Example: The grass was still damp from the morning dew.
- 2. Not dry; moist.
- Example: The air felt damp after the rain.
Etymology
●Middle English damp, from Old French damper, of uncertain origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
damp squib:
Something that fails to meet expectations.
dampened enthusiasm:
Decreased excitement or interest.
Related Words
moist:
Slightly wet or damp.
humid:
Marked by a relatively high level of water vapor in the atmosphere.
soggy:
Heavily soaked or saturated with liquid.
Slang Meanings of damp
Meaning: Feeling down or uninspired.
● Example Sentence: I'm feeling a bit damp today, just not in the mood.
Meaning: A situation that is disappointing or lacks excitement.
● Example Sentence: That party was so damp, we left early.