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muffling

/mʌflɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does muffling mean?

verb

To reduce the intensity of sound, especially by covering the mouth or nose. To make something less clear or less intense.

Example

"The muffling of the engine made it difficult to hear the music."

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