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muffle

UK
/ˈmʌf.əl/
US
/ˈmʌf.əl/

Translations

muffleadjective
UK
/ˈmʌf.əl/
US
/ˈmʌf.əl/
Used attributively, especially in technical contexts such as "muffle furnace".
à moufleSe dit d'un four ou d'une chambre de cuisson.
Regular inspection of the muffle bricks is essential for maintaining consistent kiln temperatures.
L'inspection régulière des briques à moufle est essentielle pour maintenir des températures constantes dans le four.
Synonyms
muted
subdued
dampened
softened
hushed
stifled
muffled-sounding
toned-down
veiled
smothered
mufflenoun
muffles
pl
UK
/ˈmʌf.əl/
US
/ˈmʌf.əl/
moufleTerme technique en métallurgie et en céramique.
The ceramic cups were placed in the muffle to be fired at a uniform temperature.
Les tasses en céramique ont été placées dans la moufle pour être cuites à une température uniforme.
silencieuxDispositif servant à atténuer le bruit.
The ventilation duct was fitted with a muffle to reduce the noise from the fans.
La conduite de ventilation était équipée d'un silencieux pour réduire le bruit des ventilateurs.
Synonyms
wraparound
muffler
covering
wrap
pad
blanket
wadding
cushion
silencer
dampener
muffleverb
muffled
Past Simple
muffled
Past Participle
muffling
Gerund
UK
/ˈmʌf.əl/
US
/ˈmʌf.əl/
emmitouflerPour envelopper afin de protéger du froid.
She muffled herself in a thick scarf to keep warm during the winter walk.
Elle s'est emmitouflée dans une grosse écharpe pour avoir chaud pendant la promenade hivernale.
étoufferPour rendre un son plus faible ou moins net ; s'emploie aussi au sens figuré.
He tried to muffle his cough during the performance so as not to disturb the audience.
Il a essayé d'étouffer sa toux pendant le spectacle pour ne pas déranger le public.
Additional translations
envelopperSens plus général : couvrir ou entourer.
Synonyms
dull
silence
stifle
deadening
mute
dampen
soften
Antonyms
expose
amplify
reveal

Definitions

muffleadjective
Relating to or designed for a muffle furnace or its chamber.
Regular inspection of the muffle bricks is essential for maintaining consistent kiln temperatures.
mufflenoun
A device or covering used to deaden or absorb sound.
The ventilation duct was fitted with a muffle to reduce the noise from the fans.
An enclosed refractory chamber inside a furnace that shields the ware from direct contact with flames or combustion gases during firing.
The ceramic cups were placed in the muffle to be fired at a uniform temperature.
muffleverb
To wrap or cover for warmth or protection.
She muffled herself in a thick scarf to keep warm during the winter walk.
To make a sound quieter or less distinct.
He tried to muffle his cough during the performance so as not to disturb the audience.
Figuratively, to suppress or keep from being expressed openly.
She managed to muffle her frustration and responded with a calm voice.
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