muzzle
noun
1. the open circular discharging end of a gun
Definition categories: man–made, opening
2. forward projecting part of the head of certain animals; includes the jaws and nose
Definition categories: animal, face
3. 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
Definition categories: man–made, constraint, restraint
4. restraint put into a person's mouth to prevent speaking or shouting
Similar word(s): gag
Definition categories: man–made, constraint, restraint
verb
1. fit with a muzzle
- muzzle the dog to prevent it from biting strangers
Definition categories: possession, equip, fit, outfit
2. prevent from speaking out
Similar word(s): gag
Definition categories: perception, hush, quieten, silence, still
3. tie a gag around someone's mouth in order to silence them
Similar word(s): gag