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muffler

noun muf·fler \ˈmə-flər\

: a device that is attached to the engine of a vehicle to make it quieter

: a piece of cloth worn around your neck to keep it warm

Full Definition of MUFFLER

a : a scarf worn around the neck

b : something that hides or disguises

: a device to deaden noise; especially : one forming part of the exhaust system of an automotive vehicle

— muf·flered adjective

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circa 1536

MUFFLERED Defined for Kids

noun muf·fler \ˈmə-flər\

: a scarf for the neck

: a device to deaden the noise of an engine (as of an automobile)

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