English Words Starting With D

• dampen

  verbverb-intransitiveverb-transitiveC1
  /ˈdæmpən/To make something slightly wet; to make feelings, sounds, or reactions less strong.
• damper

  nounC1
  /ˈdæmpə(r)/A device for reducing vibration, movement, or activity; something that reduces the intensity or enjoyment of a situation.
• damper pedal

  nounLow
  /ˈdæmpə ˌpedl/The rightmost pedal on a piano which, when depressed, raises all the dampers from the strings, allowing them to vibrate freely and sustain the sound.
• dampier

  nounVery Low
  /ˈdæmpɪə(r)/A proper noun, primarily a surname of English origin, and a toponym for various geographical locations in Australia (archipelago, peninsula, town).
• damping

  nounC1/C2
  /ˈdæmpɪŋ/The action or process of reducing the amplitude, intensity, or energy of an oscillating or vibrating system, typically by dissipating energy (e.g., as heat).
• damping-off

  nounRare / Technical
  /ˌdæmp.ɪŋ ˈɒf/A plant disease, especially of seedlings, caused by fungi or oomycetes, which leads to rotting of stems at soil level and collapse.
• dampproof

  adjectiveverb-transitiveC1
  /ˈdæmppruːf/Resistant to the penetration or absorption of moisture.
• damrosch

  nounVery Low
  /ˈdæmrɒʃ/A proper noun, typically a surname, historically associated with a family of German-American musicians and conductors.
• damsel

  nounC2
  /ˈdæmz(ə)l/a young woman, especially one who is unmarried and perceived as vulnerable or in need of protection.
• damsel bug

  nounVery Low (Technical/Biological)
  /ˈdæm.zəl ˌbʌɡ/A small predatory insect of the family Nabidae, known for its elongated body and ability to feed on agricultural pests.
• damsel in distress

  nounC1
  /ˈdæm.zəl ɪn dɪˈstres/A young woman, typically of noble birth or innocent character, who is in a situation of danger or difficulty and requires rescue.
• damselfish

  nounLow
  /ˈdæmz(ə)lfɪʃ/A small, brightly coloured tropical fish, typically found near coral reefs.
• damselfly

  nounC1
  /ˈdæmzəlflaɪ/A slender, flying insect related to the dragonfly but typically smaller and with wings that are held closed together above its body when at rest.
• damson

  adjectivenounC1
  /ˈdæmzən/A small, dark-purple plum with a distinctive tart flavor.
• damson cheese

  nounVery Low Frequency
  /ˈdæm.zən tʃiːz/A very thick, firm, sweet preserve made from damsons (a small dark purple plum), cooked with sugar to a solid consistency that can be sliced.
• damyankee

  nounRare
  /ˌdamˈjaŋki/A pejorative, humorous, or mild slang term for a Yankee, particularly a Northerner from the United States.
• dan

  nounLow
  /dæn/A rank or level of expertise, originally in martial arts such as judo, karate, or go.
• dan buoy

  nounLow
  /ˈdæn ˌbɔɪ/A small, temporary marker buoy, often used in fishing or surveying to mark a specific position, such as a location for nets, lines, or a measurement point.
• dan river

  nounLow
  /dæn ˈrɪvə/A proper noun referring to a specific river in the southeastern United States.
• dana

  nounLow
  /ˈdeɪnə/A female given name.

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