muff
15 synonyms for muff, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A tube-shaped covering, often fur, that both hands are tucked into for warmth.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A tube-shaped covering, often fur, that both hands are tucked into for warmth.
“She kept her hands warm inside a fur muff.”
How to use muff
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
fur muff
muff a catch
muff it up
Etymology
Probably from Dutch mof, meaning "muff" or "mitten."
Full origin of muff →Frequently asked questions
What does “muff” mean?
The word “muff” means a tube-shaped covering, often fur, that both hands are tucked into for warmth. In plain terms, a warm hand-covering — or, as a verb, to bungle or drop something you should have caught.
How do you pronounce “muff”?
“Muff” is pronounced muhf (/mʌf/ in IPA).
How do you use “muff” in a sentence?
Here is “muff” used in a sentence: “She kept her hands warm inside a fur muff.”
What is another word for “muff”?
Words with a similar meaning to “muff” include whiskers, beard and muff and beard:.
What part of speech is “muff”?
Depending on how it is used, “muff” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “muff” come from?
The word “muff” comes from Dutch. Probably from Dutch mof, meaning "muff" or "mitten.".
How many meanings does “muff” have?
“Muff” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a tube-shaped covering, often fur, that both hands are tucked into for warmth.
