muffle
US /ˈmʌf.əl/
UK /ˈmʌf.əl/
動詞
1.
減弱, 捂住
to make a sound quieter or less clear
範例:
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The thick curtains helped to muffle the street noise.
厚窗簾有助於減弱街道噪音。
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He tried to muffle his laughter with his hand.
他試圖用手捂住笑聲。
2.
裹住, 覆蓋
to wrap or cover someone or something in cloth or other material to keep them warm or protect them
範例:
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She muffled herself in a warm scarf before going out into the cold.
她出門前用一條暖和的圍巾裹住自己。
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The sound of the explosion was muffled by the thick walls.
爆炸聲被厚牆減弱了。
名詞
圍巾, 面罩
a wrap or covering for the face or neck, especially to keep warm or to conceal identity
範例:
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He pulled his muffle higher to protect his face from the biting wind.
他把圍巾拉高，以保護臉部免受刺骨寒風的侵襲。
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The robber wore a dark muffle to hide his identity.
劫匪戴著深色面罩以隱藏身份。
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