dimmer

[dim-er]

noun

1. a person or thing that dims.

2. Also called dimmer switch. a rheostat or similar device by which the intensity of an electric light may be varied.

3. dimmers,

   1. the low-beam headlights of an automobile or truck.

   2. the small, parking lights of an automobile.

dimmer

/ ˈdɪmə /

noun

1. a device, such as a rheostat, for varying the current through an electric light and thus changing the illumination

2. (often plural)

   1. a dipped headlight on a road vehicle

   2. a parking light on a car

Word History and Origins

Origin of dimmer¹

First recorded in 1815–25; dim + -er ¹

Example Sentences

For now, other major economies have also shown resilience, but their outlook also is dimmer than before the trade war reignited, according to IMF economists.

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The tail is much dimmer than the coma, so it does not appear in the current images, but it could become visible in future observations as 3I/ATLAS heats up and sheds more ice.

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A planet with ten percent carbon dioxide -- if located farther from its sun or orbiting a dimmer, younger star -- could support a biosphere for up to 4.2 billion years.

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The layer of dust was so dense that it made the star appear over 100 times dimmer in visible light than it would otherwise look.

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He recovered to fifth place but is now 69 points behind Piastri and his championship hopes are dimmer than ever, especially in the face of McLaren's consistently strong form.

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