muffler
|muf-fler|
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/ˈmʌflər/
🇬🇧
/ˈmʌflə/
noise reduction or warmth
Etymology
'muffler' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'muffler,' where 'muffle' meant 'to wrap or cover.'
'muffler' changed from the Middle English word 'muffler' and eventually became the modern English word 'muffler'.
Initially, it meant 'a piece of clothing to cover the face or neck,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'a noise-reducing device' and 'a scarf.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a device used to reduce the noise emitted by the exhaust of an internal combustion engine.
The car's muffler needs to be replaced because it's too noisy.
Synonyms
Noun 2
a scarf worn around the neck for warmth.
She wrapped a woolen muffler around her neck to keep warm.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42