A device or substance that reduces moisture, vibrations, or the intensity of something like sound or motion.
From 'dampen' plus the agent suffix '-er,' meaning something that performs the action of dampening. This word became common in engineering in the 20th century.
Every mechanical engineer's favorite trick: the dampener! They're hidden everywhere in your life, turning violent shaking into smooth, controlled motion.
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