Definition of Muffle
Muffle
Muf·fle
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To reduce the loudness or clarity of a sound by covering or wrapping.
e.g. She muffled the microphone with her hand to avoid feedback.
(verb)
to cover something or wrap it up in order to protect it, keep it warm, or conceal it, for example to blindfold someone (to tie something around their eyes so that they cannot see);
e.g. They wore scarves to muffle their faces and keep warm.
(verb)
to hide or suppress something and keep it down;
e.g. He tried to muffle his displeasure so that he wouldn't annoy them.
(noun)
a structure in a kiln or furnace that allows things to be heated without coming into contact with fuels or other combustible products;
e.g. The clay pots were kept in a muffle furnace to harden.
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