noun as in strong fondness

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muffler, silencer, mute, sound dampener

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Example:She wore the muffler to protect herself from the cold during her morning jog.

Definition:A device, typically a small device that covers the mouth and (sometimes) nose to protect against dust, infection, etc., or to disguise one's voice, or a small cover that is placed over a loud engine or similar device to reduce noise.

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Example:He attempted to use a silencer on his revolver to avoid drawing attention.

Definition:A device attached to the muzzle of a gun to reduce the sound of its discharge by partially suppressing the explosion of the unburned powder in the cartridge, or to absorb muzzle blast and gases.

From silencer

Example:The conductor asked the violins to put their mutes in for a softer effect.

Definition:A device used to soften or deaden the sound of a musical instrument.

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Example:They installed sound dampeners in the apartment to reduce the noise coming from the outside.

Definition:A device or material used for reducing or controlling sound or noise.

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