Muffler

Pronunciation: /ˈmʌflər/

Definitions of muffler

noun a device that is part of the exhaust system of a vehicle, designed to reduce noise and harmful emissions

Example Sentences

A1 My car has a muffler to reduce noise from the engine.

A2 I need to replace the muffler on my motorcycle.

B1 The mechanic recommended getting a new muffler to improve the car's performance.

B2 The muffler on the truck was damaged in the accident.

C1 The custom muffler on the sports car enhances its sound and performance.

C2 Aftermarket mufflers can be installed to customize the exhaust system of a vehicle.

Examples of muffler in a Sentence

formal The mechanic recommended replacing the muffler on the car to reduce noise pollution.

informal I can't believe how loud my car is without a muffler!

slang My old muffler was totally shot, so I had to get a new one.

figurative Her scarf acted as a muffler against the biting wind.

Grammatical Forms of muffler

• past tense: muffled
• plural: mufflers
• comparative: more muffler
• superlative: most muffler
• present tense: muffles
• future tense: will muffle
• perfect tense: has muffled
• continuous tense: is muffling
• singular: muffler
• positive degree: muffler
• infinitive: muffle
• gerund: muffling
• participle: muffled

Origin and Evolution of muffler

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'muffler' originated from the Old French word 'moufle' which meant a thick glove or mitten.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'muffler' evolved to refer to a scarf or wrap worn around the neck for warmth, rather than a glove or mitten.