DAMPEN

Definition of DAMPEN

  1. (verb)suppress or constrain so as to lessen in intensity
  2. (verb)make moist
  3. (verb)deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping
  4. (verb)reduce the amplitude (of oscillations or waves)
  5. (verb)make vague or obscure or make (an image) less visible
  6. (verb)check; keep in check (a fire)
  7. (verb)lessen in force or effect