Definition of Muffler
Muffler
Muf·fler


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A device that reduces the noise of an engine's exhaust.

e.g. The mechanic replaced the old muffler with a new one to reduce the noise.

(noun)
a scarf or a wrap that is worn around the neck;

e.g. The muffler he wore kept his neck and face warm in the winter.

(noun)
a piece attached to the barrel of a gun to suppress the noise it makes when firing, a silencer or suppressor;

e.g. Movies often portray mufflers as reducing gunshots to a small popping noise but in reality, the sound is still quite loud as it doesn't actually silence it.



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