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adjective baf·fled \ˈba-fəld\

Definition of baffled

: extremely confused or puzzled … his explanation of a piano's key action will leave you more baffled than before. — Martin Levine Molecular biologists became even more baffled when they looked at the messenger RNAs: many of the molecules were longer than the DNA from which they had been transcribed. — John Rennie In Miss Kate's eyes there was a troubled, baffled look … — Edna Ferber

First Known Use of baffled

circa 1658

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baffled

adjective baf·fled

Definition of baffled

: equipped with a baffle Ventilation openings are baffled to prevent stray light from reaching the operator's eyes … — Bausch & Lomb Catalog

First Known Use of baffled

1895

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