1. slightly wet; containing some moisture

1. moisture in the air or on a surface

1. to make slightly wet or moist
2. to reduce or discourage something

Examples

• The basement walls felt damp after the heavy rain.
• She wiped the damp cloth across the table.
• The damp in the old house caused mold to grow.
• He used a spray bottle to damp the fabric before ironing.
• The bad weather didn’t damp their enthusiasm for the picnic.
• The damp air made her hair curl.
• Cold, damp weather often makes arthritis worse.