muffler

/ˈmʌf(ə)lər/

/ˈmʌflə/

Other forms: mufflers

Definitions of muffler

1. noun

   a tubular acoustic device inserted in the exhaust system that is designed to reduce noise
   synonyms: silencer

   type of:

   acoustic device

   a device for amplifying or transmitting sound
2. noun

   a device that decreases the amplitude of electronic, mechanical, acoustical, or aerodynamic oscillations
   synonyms: damper

   types:

   damper block, piano damper

   damper consisting of a small felted block that drops onto a piano string to stop its vibration

   dash-pot

   a mechanical damper; the vibrating part is attached to a piston that moves in a chamber filled with liquid

   cushion, shock, shock absorber

   a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses

   air cushion, air spring

   a mechanical device using confined air to absorb the shock of motion

   type of:

   device

   an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose
3. noun

   a scarf worn around the neck
   type of:

   scarf

   a garment worn around the head or neck or shoulders for warmth or decoration