Pronunciation: /dæmp/
noun moisture in the air or on a surface
A1 The ground was damp after the rain.
A2 She hung her clothes out to dry but they remained damp.
B1 The damp in the basement caused mold to grow.
B2 The dampness in the air made it hard to breathe.
C1 The damp of the forest floor created a unique ecosystem.
C2 The damp conditions of the cave made it difficult to explore.
verb make slightly wet or moist
A1 The towel is damp after being left outside in the rain.
A2 She dampened the cloth before wiping the table.
B1 The humidity in the room dampened the pages of the book.
B2 The rain dampened their spirits as they walked home.
C1 The constant drizzle dampened the mood of the outdoor event.
C2 The news of the failed project dampened the team's enthusiasm for future endeavors.
adjective slightly wet or moist
A1 The ground was damp after the rain.
A2 She hung her damp clothes on the line to dry.
B1 The damp weather made it difficult to start a fire.
B2 The basement had a musty smell due to the damp conditions.
C1 The dampness in the air caused the pages of the book to curl.
C2 The damp climate of the rainforest created a lush environment for plant growth.
formal The damp weather caused the books to swell and warp.
informal I hate walking in damp socks, it's so uncomfortable.
slang The party was a damp squib, hardly anyone showed up.
figurative His enthusiasm for the project was dampened by the negative feedback.
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