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dampener

UK
/ˈdæmpənə/
US
/ˈdæmpənɚ/

Translations

dampenernoun
dampeners
pl
UK
/ˈdæmpənə/
US
/ˈdæmpənɚ/
amortisseurTechnique ; dispositif qui réduit les vibrations, le bruit ou les oscillations.
The engineer installed a dampener to minimize the noise from the machinery.
L'ingénieur a installé un amortisseur pour réduire le bruit des machines.
freinAu figuré ; ce qui freine l'enthousiasme, l'élan ou l'excitation.
The unexpected rain was a dampener on the outdoor wedding plans.
La pluie inattendue a été un frein aux projets de mariage en plein air.
Additional translations
vaporisateurPour humidifier le tissu avant le repassage.
Synonyms
muffler
suppressor
diminisher
restrainer
deadener
dampeneradjective
UK
/ˈdæmpənə/
US
/ˈdæmpənər/
Attributive use before a noun, e.g., "dampener rod".
amortissantTechnique ; qui réduit les vibrations ou le mouvement.
The machine is fitted with a dampener spring assembly.
La machine est équipée d'un ensemble de ressorts amortissants.

Definitions

dampenernoun
A device or material that reduces the intensity of vibrations, noise, or oscillations.
The engineer installed a dampener to minimize the noise from the machinery.
Something that discourages or diminishes enthusiasm or excitement.
The unexpected rain was a dampener on the outdoor wedding plans.
A pad or implement used to moisten fabric before ironing.
She kept a small spray dampener handy while pressing the shirts.
dampeneradjective
Reducing or controlling vibration, noise, or movement; damping.
The machine is fitted with a dampener spring assembly.
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