What is a damper slang?

Discourage, dishearten, deter, as in Grandpa’s death put a damper on our Christmas holidays. This idiom employs the noun damper in the sense of “something that damps or depresses the spirits,” a usage dating from the mid-1700s.

Is it put a damper or dampener?

Damper is only a noun. It refers to (1) something that deadens, restrains, or depresses, (2) an adjustable plate for controlling a draft, and (3) one that deadens vibrations. Damper’s corresponding verb is dampen, which means to deaden, restrain, or depress. Of course, dampen also means to make slightly wet.

How do you use damper in a sentence?

Don’t think the chilly temperatures will put a damper on your fun, frivolous dresses. Nothing can put a damper on that more than a thoughtless gift. The aches and pains associated with a body that has lived a great deal of life are unavoidable and may put a damper on romantic activities now and then.

What does dampen the mood mean?

To dampen something such as someone’s enthusiasm or excitement means to make it less lively or intense.

Where does the word damper come from?

According to the Australian Dictionary Centre the name is derived from a Lancashire expression meaning “something that damps the appetite”. Modern recipes often include baking soda or self-raising flour, beer, butter or powdered milk. It may well be, however, that the damper was actually invented in Sydney.

What is the past tense of damper?

damped. past tense of damp is damped.

Is there a word dampener?

​dampener (on something) a thing that makes something less pleasant, successful, etc. Lily isn’t letting motherhood put a dampener on her social life. The only dampener on the show was the rain at the closing ceremony.

Why is it called damper?

What are the different types of dampers?

In this guide, we will walk you through the main types of industrial dampers, and their applications, to help you with your decision making process.

  • Multi-Blade Control Dampers.
  • Single Blade Dampers.
  • Backdraft and Pressure-Relief Dampers.
  • Face and Bypass Dampers.
  • Inlet Vane Dampers.
  • Isolation Dampers.

What is the meaning of a chit of a girl?

a young and silly girl
old-fashioned disapproving. a young and silly girl: just a chit of a girl.

What does taking off guard mean?

Not watchful, easily surprised. It is often put as catch (or be caught) off guard, meaning “take (or be taken) by surprise.” For example, The securities analyst was caught off guard by that financial report, or With any luck the boss will be off guard when I come in late.