a kiln with an inner chamber for firing things at a low temperature
source: WordNet 3.0
The bare end of the nose between the nostrils; -- used esp. of ruminants.
source: Webster 1913
Anything with which another thing, as an oar or drum, is muffled; also, a boxing glove; a muff.
source: Webster 1913
verb
conceal or hide
Smother a yawn. Muffle one's anger. Strangle a yawn.
source: WordNet 3.0
deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping
source: WordNet 3.0
To wrap up in something that conceals or protects; to wrap, as the face and neck, in thick and disguising folds; hence, to conceal or cover the face of; to envelop; to inclose; -- often with up.
source: Webster 1913
To speak indistinctly, or without clear articulation.