Mold or wet rot that is common in older homes.
Damp
Example Sentences
"That's a proper Damp, that is."
"I've never seen such a Damp in all my life."
Etymology & History
British meaning moist, humid (weather/environment). From Middle English. British homes' damp problem makes this culturally significant. 'Rising damp' is British housing issue. Americans use 'humid' more.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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