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DAMPER

Definition:

1. [noun] a movable iron plate that regulates the draft in a stove or chimney or furnace
   
   
2. [noun] a device that decreases the amplitude of electronic, mechanical, acoustical, or aerodynamic oscillations
   Synonyms: muffler
   
   
3. [noun] a depressing restraint; "rain put a damper on our picnic plans"
   
   

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Related Words:

• damper block, piano damper
• dash-pot
• shock absorber, shock, cushion

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