muff
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms 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
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use muff
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
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.