Phrasal Verb 'Damp'

We have 3 phrasal verb definitions related to 'Damp'.

Damp down

Meaning: Calm or reduce feelings, emotions

Example: They tried to DAMP DOWN the anger over the announcement.

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• Separable [optional]
• International English

Damp down

Meaning: Make a fire burn less

Example: They tried to DAMP DOWN the flames before the fire spread.

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• Separable [optional]
• International English

Damp off

Meaning: When there is too much moisture and a plant is affected by fungal parasites

Example: The seedlings DAMP OFF in the spring if it's very wet.

Notes:

• Intransitive
• International English