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dampness

/dæm.pnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does dampness mean?

noun

The state of being damp or moist; a feeling of dampness in the air or on the skin. Dampness can also refer to a lack of dryness or a sense of moisture.

Example

"The dampness in the basement made it difficult to store books."

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