smotheredsound
nounUK /ˈsmʌð.əd saʊnd/
US /ˈsmʌð.ɚd saʊnd/
A smothered sound is a noise that is made quieter or blocked so it is hard to hear.
I heard a smothered sound from under the blanket.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A sound that is covered up or suppressed so it cannot be heard clearly.
The smothered sound of the alarm came through the closed door.
3. A voice or noise that is held back or choked off.
She let out a smothered sound of surprise.
4. A noise that is softened by something around it.
The smothered sound of footsteps came from the thick carpet.