Muzzle (Noun)

Meaning ¹

Forward projecting part of the head of certain animals; includes the jaws and nose.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

• The horse's muzzle was soft and gentle as it nuzzled my hand for treats.
• The dog's distinctive muzzle shape and coloration helped to identify its breed.
• The muzzle of the bear was covered in scars and scratch marks from past encounters.
• The cat's sensitive muzzle twitched as it sniffed the air for hidden prey.
• The pig's flat muzzle rooted around in the mud, searching for edible roots and plants.

Meaning ²

A leather or wire restraint that fits over an animal's snout (especially a dog's nose and jaws) and prevents it from eating or biting.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Hypernyms

• Constraint

Related Words

• Muzzle (verb)

Meaning ³

Restraint put into a person's mouth to prevent speaking or shouting.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

• Gag

Hypernyms

• Restraint

Related Words

• Muzzle (verb)

Meaning ⁴

The open circular discharging end of a gun.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

• Gun Muzzle

Hypernyms

• Opening

Hyponyms

• Point