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Muff Definition & Meaning

muff
noun
  1. a warm tubular covering for the hands
  2. (sports) dropping the ball
verb
  1. fail to catch, as of a ball
  2. make a mess of, destroy or ruin; "I botched the dinner and we had to eat out"; "the pianist screwed up the difficult passage in the second movement"

"Muff" in song lyrics

See how muff is used in real songs:

  • "I'm the, Hulk Hogan, of slamming muff"
    Jon Lajoie — Show Me Your Genitals 2: E=MC Vagina
  • "mature muff"
    AOL — AOL
  • "nancys muff"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "muff"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "muff" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for muff to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does muff mean?
a warm tubular covering for the hands (sports) dropping the ball fail to catch, as of a ball make a mess of, destroy or ruin; "I botched the dinner and we had to eat out"; "the pianist screwed up the difficult passage in the second movement"
What part of speech is muff?
Muff is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does muff have?
Muff has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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