muffling
nounUK /ˈmʌf.əl.ɪŋ/
US /ˈmʌf.əl.ɪŋ/
The act of making a sound quieter or covering something up so it cannot be heard well.
The muffling of the drums made the music sound soft and far away.
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2. The act of wrapping something up warmly to keep it protected from cold.
The muffling of the baby in blankets kept her cozy all night.
3. The act of covering someone's mouth or face so they cannot speak or be heard.
The muffling of the microphone stopped the loud feedback.
4. A material or layer used to reduce noise or keep something warm.
The thick muffling around the pipes kept the engine quiet.