Synonyms for

Muzzle

Verb / ˈmʌzʌl / Another word for muzzle — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a device that is fitted over the nose and mouth of an animal to prevent it from biting or feeding

Synonyms & similar words

gag unmuzzle gunmuzzle restraint brake constraint curb inhibition limitation repression suppression encumbrance handcuff shackle straitjacket gag muzzleloader silencer muffler choker

Synonyms by register

Formal

suppress silence gag restrain

Informal

shut up button it pipe down hush

Literary

gag shackle chain

Antonyms

release free liberate unrestrain unmuzzle unblock

Common collocations

  • muzzle the press
  • muzzle the dog
  • muzzle velocity
  • muzzle blast
  • muzzle brake
  • muzzle flash
  • muzzle the opposition

Word family

noun muzzle
verb muzzle

Usage note

The verb 'muzzle' often implies a forceful or oppressive act of silencing. As a noun, it refers to the snout of an animal or a device fitted to it.

Example sentences

  1. The zookeeper put a muzzle on the lion when it was time to clean its cage.
  2. The horse had a muzzle on to stop it from eating too much grass.
  3. The police put a muzzle on the suspect to stop them from biting or spitting.
  4. The hunter used a muzzleloader to shoot his deer.
  5. The silencer on the gun acted as a muzzle to reduce the noise.

Quotes

  • 'A dog's not angry at you for long, you can do anything to a dog and it'll still come back wagging its tail.' - Jodi Picoult
  • 'The more I learn about people, the more I like my dog.' - Mark Twain
  • 'The love of a dog is a pure thing. He gives you a trust which is total. You must not betray it.' - Michel Houellebecq

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