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muffler

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: muffler

1
 n
a tubular acoustic device inserted in the exhaust system that is designed to reduce noise
2
 n
a scarf worn around the neck
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: muffler
1

n a tubular acoustic device inserted in the exhaust system that is designed to reduce noise

Synonyms:
silencer
Type of:
acoustic device
a device for amplifying or transmitting sound

n a device that decreases the amplitude of electronic, mechanical, acoustical, or aerodynamic oscillations

Synonyms:
damper
Types:
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damper block, piano damper
damper consisting of a small felted block that drops onto a piano string to stop its vibration
dash-pot
a mechanical damper; the vibrating part is attached to a piston that moves in a chamber filled with liquid
cushion, shock, shock absorber
a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses
air cushion, air spring
a mechanical device using confined air to absorb the shock of motion
Type of:
device
an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose
2

n a scarf worn around the neck

Type of:
scarf
a garment worn around the head or neck or shoulders for warmth or decoration
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