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DAMPING

(noun, adj.sat, verb)
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Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Damping.

Damping - as a noun

A slight wetness

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dampnessmoistness
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
wetness
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Damping - as an adjective satellite

Slightly wet

Example: "Clothes damp with perspiration"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dampishmoist

Damping - as a verb

Deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dampendullmufflemutetone down

Restrain or discourage

Example: "The sudden bad news damped the joyous atmosphere"

Make vague or obscure or make (an image) less visible

Example: "Muffle the message"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dampendeaden

Lessen in force or effect

Example: "Soften a shock"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breakdampensoftenweaken
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bluntdeaden
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The damping of the vibrations helped to stabilize the machine."
"The car's suspension system relies on damping to provide a smooth ride."
"The engineer adjusted the damping on the shock absorber to improve comfort."
"The damping of sound waves is crucial in creating a quiet environment."
"The scientist investigated the damping of oscillations in the experiment."
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Word Game Points

Is DAMPING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, damping is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DAMPING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is DAMPING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, damping is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DAMPING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is DAMPING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, damping is valid for WordFeud
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DAMPING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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