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Baffle Definition & Meaning

baffle
noun
  1. a flat plate that controls or directs the flow of fluid or energy
verb
  1. be a mystery or bewildering to; "This beats me!"; "Got me-- I don't know the answer!"; "a vexing problem"; "This question really stuck me"
  2. hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of; "What ultimately frustrated every challenger was Ruth's amazing September surge"; "foil your opponent"
  3. check the emission of (sound)

"Baffle" in song lyrics

See how baffle is used in real songs:

  • "I hassle, cause I no longer battle, I baffle"
    Chino XL — Even if it Kills Me
  • "You thought me ???? but yo, I never felt a baffle"
    Havoc & Prodeje (SCC) f/ Bloody Meat, L.V., Young Prod — Endo Glide
  • "Than run his trap, and let his little lips baffle"
    Rasaq — Hood Life

Usage tips for "baffle"

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Frequently asked questions

What does baffle mean?
a flat plate that controls or directs the flow of fluid or energy be a mystery or bewildering to; "This beats me!"; "Got me-- I don't know the answer!"; "a vexing problem"; "This question really stuck me" hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of; "What ultimately frustrated every challenger was Ruth's amazing September surge"; "foil your opponent" check the emission of (sound)
What part of speech is baffle?
Baffle is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does baffle have?
Baffle has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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