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MUZZLING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Muzzling.

Muzzling - as a noun

The open circular discharging end of a gun

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gun muzzle
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
opening10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Forward projecting part of the head of certain animals; includes the jaws and nose

A leather or wire restraint that fits over an animal's snout (especially a dog's nose and jaws) and prevents it from eating or biting

Restraint put into a person's mouth to prevent speaking or shouting

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gag5

Muzzling - as a verb

Fit with a muzzle

Example: "Muzzle the dog to prevent it from biting strangers"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
unmuzzle28

Prevent from speaking out

Example: "The press was gagged"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gag5

Tie a gag around someone's mouth in order to silence them

Example: "The burglars gagged the home owner and tied him to a chair"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gag5

Example Sentences

"The muzzling of the journalist by the government was an infringement upon freedom of speech."
"The company's muzzling of negative reviews raised concerns among consumers."
"The muzzling of the dog prevented it from barking loudly."
"The muzzling of the witnesses hindered the investigation."
"His muzzling of the opposition's arguments showed his lack of willingness to engage in a fair debate."
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Word Game Points

Is MUZZLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, muzzling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MUZZLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 29.

Is MUZZLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, muzzling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MUZZLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 34.

Is MUZZLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, muzzling is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MUZZLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 31.

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