muffled meaning and definition

MUFFLED adjective

Definition of muffled (adjective)

1. being or made softer or less loud or clear
   • "the dull boom of distant breaking waves"; "muffled drums"; "the muffled noises of the street"; "muted trumpets"
   • synonyms: dull, muted, softened
2. wrapped up especially for protection or secrecy
   • "children muffled almost to the eyebrows"