verb
- to make a sound quieter or less clear by wrapping or covering
- to wrap up warmly for protection against cold
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘muffle’
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘muffle’
noun
- thick gloves or mittens worn for warmth
Usage: plural form; somewhat archaic
Examples
- She muffles her cough with her hand during the meeting.
- The thick curtains muffle the street noise outside.
- He muffles himself in a heavy coat before going out.
- The snow muffles all sounds in the forest.
- She muffles her baby in warm blankets.
- The old woman wore woolen muffles to keep her hands warm.
- Heavy fog muffles the lighthouse horn.