to muffle
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消音, 使声音低沉
to make a sound quieter or less distinct
Transitive: to muffle a noise
例子
The new insulation has effectively muffled the external traffic sounds.
新的隔音材料有效地减弱了外部交通噪音。
Adding a thick layer of fabric can muffle the loud sound of footsteps.
添加一层厚厚的织物可以减弱脚步声的响亮声音。
02
消音, 抑制声音
to dampen or suppress the volume of a source of sound by covering or wrapping it
Transitive: to muffle a source of sound
例子
The musician muffled the drum with a piece of cloth to create a softer, more subdued tone during the performance.
音乐家用一块布捂住鼓，在表演中创造出更柔和、更 subdued 的音调。
The sound engineer muffled the microphone to prevent feedback during the live concert.
音响工程师消音了麦克风，以防止现场音乐会期间的反馈。
Muffle
01
马弗炉, 马弗
a kiln with an inner chamber for firing things at a low temperature
