Damper

Pronunciation: /ˈdæmpər/

Definitions of damper

noun something that has a depressing or inhibiting effect

Example Sentences

A1 The damper on the fireplace helps control the airflow.

A2 She placed a damper on their excitement by reminding them of the upcoming exams.

B1 The rain put a damper on our plans for a picnic.

B2 The negative feedback from the critics threw a damper on the actor's enthusiasm for the new project.

C1 The economic downturn put a damper on consumer spending.

C2 The political scandal cast a damper on the country's reputation in the international community.

Examples of damper in a Sentence

formal The damper on the chimney helps regulate the airflow in the fireplace.

informal Don't forget to close the damper before starting a fire.

slang I accidentally left the damper open and now the room is filled with smoke.

figurative The bad news put a damper on our celebration.

Grammatical Forms of damper

• plural: dampers
• comparative: damper
• superlative: most damp
• present tense: dampers
• future tense: will damper
• perfect tense: have dampened
• continuous tense: is dampening
• singular: damper
• positive degree: damper
• infinitive: to dampen
• gerund: dampening
• participle: dampened

Origin and Evolution of damper

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'damper' originated from Middle English 'dampen' which means to dull or deaden. It is derived from Old Norse 'dempa' meaning to silence or make quiet.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to something that dulls or deadens, the word 'damper' evolved to specifically refer to a device used to reduce vibration or noise in machinery or musical instruments.