muffler

noun

muf·​fler ˈmə-flər 

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

mufflered

ˈmə-flərd 

adjective

Examples of muffler in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That doesn’t mean a wildfire wasn’t possible; something as minor as the heat from a car muffler can spark a blaze where vegetation is dry. —Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Jan. 2025

There's even a new muffler that sounds a little raspy. —New Atlas, 19 Dec. 2024

Inspired by the Ducati Desmosedici, there is a box-style muffler cleverly integrated into the rear fender, and the headers have been hand-sand-bent. —New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2024

In addition to the ECU, other upgrades include a Steeda Autosports under-drive supercharger pulley, Borla long-tube headers, and a Ford Performance muffler. —Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1536, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

muffler

noun

muf·​fler ˈməf-lər 

1

: a scarf worn to protect the neck

2

: something that deadens noises

especially : a device attached to the exhaust system of an automobile