First Known Use: 15th century
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muffle
verb muf·fle \ˈmə-fəl\
: to make (a sound) quieter : to decrease the noise made by (something)
: to wrap or cover (someone or something) in clothing or cloth for warmth or protection
muf·fledmuf·fling \ˈmə-f(ə-)liŋ\
Full Definition of MUFFLE
transitive verb
1
: to wrap up so as to conceal or protect : envelop
2
obsolete : blindfold
3
a : to wrap or pad with something to dull the sound <muffle the oarlocks> b : to deaden the sound of
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Origin of MUFFLE
Middle English muflen
MUFFLE Defined for Kids
muffle
verb muf·fle \ˈmə-fəl\
muf·fledmuf·fling
Definition of MUFFLE for Kids
1
: to deaden the sound of <muffle a cry>
2
: to wrap up so as to hide or protect <muffled in a coat>
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