dewdamp

/ˈduːdæmp/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of dampness caused by dew

“The walls of the old cottage were afflicted with a bad case of dewdamp.”

2. verb

to become damp or moist with dew

“The grass dewdamped overnight, making it slippery in the morning.”

Synonyms

  • dampness
  • moisture

Antonyms

  • aridness
  • dryness