Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
muzz
Verb
mʌz
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Definition
To silence or restrain someone, often by force.
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Examples
- The protest was muzzed by a heavy police presence, preventing the voices of the demonstrators from being heard.
- In an effort to muzz the critics, the management imposed strict rules on public statements.
- He felt that the censorship laws were designed to muzz free speech in the community.
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Meaning
The term ‘muzz’ refers to the act of putting a gag on someone or preventing them from speaking. It conveys a sense of suppression or control over a person’s ability to express themselves.
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Synonyms
- Silence
- Gag
- Suppression
- Stifle