muzzle
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for muzzle, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An animal's nose and mouth area, or a strap-on device fitted over it to stop biting or eating.
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 muzzle
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French musel/museau, ultimately from Late Latin mūsus ("snout") — the same root that gives French museau today.
Full origin of muzzle →Frequently asked questions
What does “muzzle” mean?
The word “muzzle” means an animal's nose and mouth area, or a strap-on device fitted over it to stop biting or eating. In plain terms, literally, the covering on an animal's snout; figuratively, silencing someone so they can't speak out.
How do you pronounce “muzzle”?
“Muzzle” is pronounced MUH-zuhl (/ˈmʌzəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “muzzle” in a sentence?
Here is “muzzle” used in a sentence: “The dog's muzzle twitched at the smell of food.”
What part of speech is “muzzle”?
Depending on how it is used, “muzzle” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “muzzle” come from?
The word “muzzle” comes from Late Latin. From Old French musel/museau, ultimately from Late Latin mūsus ("snout") — the same root that gives French museau today.
Is “muzzle” a common word?
“Muzzle” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “muzzle” have?
“Muzzle” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an animal's nose and mouth area, or a strap-on device fitted over it to stop biting or eating.