English dictionary

muffle

/'m/@/f/@/l/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a kiln with an inner chamber for firing things at a low temperature

noun.artifact

Source: WordNet 3.0
The bare end of the nose between the nostrils; -- used esp. of ruminants.

noun

Source: webster1913
Anything with which another thing, as an oar or drum, is muffled; also, a boxing glove; a muff.

noun

Source: webster1913

conceal or hide

verb.contact

Examples
Muffle one's anger.

Synonyms repress smother stifle strangle

Source: WordNet 3.0
deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping

verb.perception

Synonyms damp dampen dull mute tone down

Source: WordNet 3.0
To wrap up in something that conceals or protects; to wrap, as the face and neck, in thick and disguising folds; hence, to conceal or cover the face of; to envelop; to inclose; -- often with <i>up</i>.

verb

Source: webster1913
To speak indistinctly, or without clear articulation.

verb

Source: webster1913