Meaning of the word muffled in English

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muffled

US /ˈmʌf.əld/

UK /ˈmʌf.əld/

of a sound) made fainter or less clear

Example:

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Her voice was muffled by the pillow.

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We heard a muffled cry from inside the room.

Synonym:

dull faint indistinct muted subdued

to wrap or cover (someone or something) in order to keep them warm or protect them

Example:

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She muffled herself in a thick scarf.

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He muffled his face with a hood to avoid recognition.

Synonym:

wrap cover swathe envelop shroud

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