mouthed

adjective

ˈmau̇t͟hd How to pronounce mouthed (audio) ˈmau̇tht How to pronounce mouthed (audio)
Synonyms of mouthednext
: having a mouth especially of a specified kind
—often used in combination
a soft-mouthed fish

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Rob-Will's bloody-mouthed Rip retort was just as classic. — Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 19 June 2026 Royals broadcaster Eric Hosmer summed up the fan response to that Erceg foul-mouthed slip-up. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 4 May 2026 Identify and exclude—they’re tractor-mouthed diggers. — Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 19 May 2026 The Peacock series follows the ongoing adventures of the pot-smoking, foul-mouthed teddy bear Ted. — Michael Schneider, Variety, 16 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for mouthed

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of mouthed was in the 14th century

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“Mouthed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mouthed. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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mouthed

adjective
ˈmau̇t͟hd How to pronounce mouthed (audio) ˈmau̇tht How to pronounce mouthed (audio)
: having a mouth especially of a specified kind
a large-mouthed jar

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