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damping

/ˈdæmpɪŋ/

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verb

Humidifier, mouiller

To dampen; to make moderately wet

Examples :

"to damp cloth"

Humidifier le tissu

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verb

Éteindre, amortir, atténuer

To put out, as fire; to weaken, restrain, or make dull.

Examples :

"The heavy curtains are damping the noise from the busy street outside. "

Les rideaux épais atténuent le bruit de la rue animée à l'extérieur.

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verb

Amortir

To suppress vibrations (mechanical) or oscillations (electrical) by converting energy to heat (or some other form of energy).

Examples :

"The car's shock absorbers are damping the bumps in the road, providing a smoother ride. "

Les amortisseurs de la voiture amortissent les bosses sur la route, offrant une conduite plus souple.

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noun

Amortissement

The reduction in the magnitude of oscillations by the dissipation of energy

Examples :

"The door closer's damping prevented the door from slamming shut loudly. "

L'amortissement du ferme-porte a empêché la porte de claquer bruyamment.

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noun

Amortissement

The stabilization of a physical system by reducing oscillation

Examples :

"The damping of the swinging motion in the classroom helped the students focus on their work. "

L'amortissement du mouvement de balancement dans la salle de classe a aidé les élèves à se concentrer sur leur travail.

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