muffler

noun muf·fler \ ˈmə-flər \

Updated on: 6 Apr 2018

Definition of muffler

1 a : a scarf worn around the neck

b : something that hides or disguises

2 : a device to deaden noise; especially : one forming part of the exhaust system of an automotive vehicle

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mufflered

adjective

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Recent Examples of muffler from the Web

Broke my back windshield, ripped my whole entire muffler off.

— Indianapolis Star, "Road hazard near Tech high school rips up passing car," 1 Mar. 2018
Justin Schoop, 21, of the 10300 block of Canterbury Street, Westchester, was charged with possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and driving with a loud muffler at 11:47 p.m. Feb. 23.

— graydon megan, chicagotribune.com, "Elmhurst police blotter: Bank calls police when elderly resident asks to wire large sum of money," 2 Mar. 2018
The car had a distinct red quarter panel or door on the rear passenger side and a loud muffler.

— karen pilarski, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Wauwatosa police report: Tires and rims stolen off four cars in the same parking structure," 17 Jan. 2018
Salt is corrosive to the underbodies of vehicles and also can damage their exhaust systems, mufflers, frames and brake systems.

— andrew clark, Indianapolis Star, "Road salt can corrode your vehicle. Here's how to protect it.," 4 Jan. 2018
The road from Quartzsite to the site of this year’s RTR was pocked with muffler-scraping craters.

— penelope green, New York Times, "The Real Burning Man," 31 Jan. 2018
The rear section has distinctive taillights, dual mufflers and a large bumper design.

— william thornton, AL.com, "Hyundai unveils new concept for Santa Fe SUV," 30 Jan. 2018
Driving under suspension, Detroit Avenue: Police stopped a car about 8:30 p.m. Jan. 16 near Lincoln Avenue for driving a car with a loud muffler.

— bruce geiselman, cleveland.com, "Lakewood police investigate burglary, car thefts: police blotter," 20 Jan. 2018
Additional upgrades include a performance muffler that decreases back pressure, a toggle switch that sprays water into the intercooler, and a low-pressure-drop air cleaner.

— tony markovich, Car and Driver, "Wing Swap: JDM Subaru WRX STI S208 Special Edition Is 6000 Miles out of Reach," 27 Oct. 2017

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First Known Use of muffler

circa 1536

MUFFLER Defined for English Language Learners

muffler

noun

Definition of muffler for English Language Learners

: a device that is attached to the engine of a vehicle to make it quieter
: a piece of cloth worn around your neck to keep it warm

MUFFLER Defined for Kids

muffler

noun muf·fler \ ˈmə-flər \

Definition of muffler for Students

1 : a scarf for the neck

2 : a device to deaden the noise of an engine (as of an automobile)

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