Dampening
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Dampening is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of dampen.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of dampen.
More Meanings
- The act of making or becoming damp.
Example Sentences
After several dampenings and even though it was only on my face for an hour, I was surprised at how heavy the mud pack had become.
Word Forms
- dampenings
Synonyms for dampening
Depending on context, synonyms include moistening.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include moistening, buffer, quench, damper, padding, cushion.
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