a slight wetness
deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping
restrain or discourage; "the sudden bad news damped the joyous atmosphere"
make vague or obscure or make (an image) less visible; "muffle the message"
lessen in force or effect; "soften a shock"; "break a fall"
slightly wet; "clothes damp with perspiration"; "a moist breeze"; "eyes moist with tears"