Definitions
adj. Slightly wet, often in an unpleasant way.
潮湿的；微湿的
n. Unwanted moisture in the air, walls, or other surfaces.
潮气；湿气
v. To make slightly wet or reduce strength or activity.
弄湿；抑制
Example
My socks are still damp from yesterday's walk.
昨天散步后，我的袜子到现在还潮乎乎的。
Living in damp conditions can worsen respiratory problems, particularly among children and older people.
居住环境潮湿可能加重呼吸系统问题，儿童和老年人尤其容易受影响。
Collocations
- a damp cloth
- damp walls
- rising damp
- damp down
Word family
- dampness (n.)
- dampen (v.)
Synonyms
- moist
Antonyms
- dry
Usage tip
damp多指令人不适的微湿；moist可用于食物润泽。
FAQ
- What does damp mean?
- Slightly wet, often in an unpleasant way. Unwanted moisture in the air, walls, or other surfaces. To make slightly wet or reduce strength or activity.
- How is damp pronounced?
- UK /dæmp/, US /dæmp/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
