muffler

noun

muf·​fler ˈmə-flər How to pronounce muffler (audio)
Synonyms of mufflernext
1
a
: a scarf worn around the neck
b
: something that hides or disguises
2
: a device to deaden noise
especially : one forming part of the exhaust system of an automotive vehicle
mufflered
ˈmə-flərd How to pronounce muffler (audio)
adjective

Examples of muffler in a Sentence

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The man removes his muffler to reveal a face painted half in red, and half in black. — John Swansburg, The Atlantic, 15 June 2026 Even the life-sized giraffe even got dressed for the season with a ribbon muffler. — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 26 Nov. 2025 The company provides a range of services on passenger cars, light trucks and vans for brakes; mufflers and exhaust systems, and steering, drive train, suspension and wheel alignment. — Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025 Several village trustees reported residents reaching out with frustrations about the noise caused by loud mufflers and safety issues from reckless driving. — Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for muffler

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1536, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of muffler was circa 1536

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muffler

noun
muf·​fler ˈməf-lər How to pronounce muffler (audio)
1
: a scarf worn to protect the neck
2
: something that deadens noises
especially : a device attached to the exhaust system of an automobile

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