Muf"fler, n. (Mach.) Any of
various devices to deaden the noise of escaping gases or vapors, as a
tube filled with obstructions, through which the exhaust gases of an
internal-combustion engine, as on an automobile, are passed (called
also silencer).
Muf"fler (?), n. 1.
Anything used in muffling; esp., a scarf for protecting the head
and neck in cold weather; a tippet.
Fortune is painted blind, with a muffler above
her eyes.
Shak.
2. (Mus.) A cushion for terminating or
softening a note made by a stringed instrument with a
keyboard.
3. A kind of mitten or boxing glove, esp.
when stuffed.
4. One who muffles.
Muf"fler, n. (Mach.) Any of
various devices to deaden the noise of escaping gases or vapors, as a
tube filled with obstructions, through which the exhaust gases of an
internal-combustion engine, as on an automobile, are passed (called
also silencer).
