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Damper: meaning, definitions and examples

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damper

 

[ หˆdรฆmpษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mechanical device

A damper is a mechanical device that helps to control the flow of air, sound, or energy in various systems. It is commonly used in HVAC systems to regulate airflow, in musical instruments to control sound, and in vehicles to dampen vibrations. Dampers can be integral to maintaining efficiency and comfort in different environments. With various designs, they can be automatic or manually operated.

Synonyms

brake, muffler, suppressor

Examples of usage

  • The HVAC system includes a damper to manage air circulation.
  • The piano's damper pedal allows for better sound control.
  • He adjusted the damper to reduce the vibrations in the vehicle.
Context #2 | Noun

emotional effect

In a more abstract sense, a damper can refer to something that depresses or reduces enthusiasm or joy. When something acts as a damper on a situation, it tends to diminish excitement or happiness. This usage is primarily colloquial and relates to how events or comments can negatively influence a mood.

Synonyms

killjoy, spoiler, wet blanket

Examples of usage

  • The bad news put a damper on the festivities.
  • Her critical remarks acted as a damper on his excitement.
  • The rain really put a damper on our picnic plans.

Translations

Translations of the word "damper" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น amortecedor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเฅˆเคฎเฅเคชเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Dรคmpfer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ peredam

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะตะผะฟั„ะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tล‚umik

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ€ใƒณใƒ‘ใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท amortisseur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ amortiguador

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sรถnรผmleyici

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋Œํผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู…ุชุต ุงู„ุตุฏู…ุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tlumiฤ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tlmiฤ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‡้œ‡ๅ™จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ amortizer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dampir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะตะผะฟั„ะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒ›แƒžแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ damper

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ amortiguador

Etymology

The word 'damper' originates from the Middle English 'damper', which is derived from the Old French 'damper', meaning 'to put out' or 'to extinguish'. The root of the term can be traced back to the Latin 'dampare', which means 'to deaden' or 'to diminish'. Throughout history, the usage of 'damper' has evolved, especially in mechanical contexts, becoming associated with devices that regulate and control. In the English language, it has been used since the late 16th century to describe mechanisms that reduce intensity, both in terms of physical properties like airflow and more metaphorical uses related to emotional states. The versatility of the word has allowed it to remain relevant across various fields, maintaining its significance in both technical and colloquial language.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,472, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.