MUZZLE

Definition of MUZZLE

  1. (noun)the open circular discharging end of a gun
  2. (noun)forward projecting part of the head of certain animals; includes the jaws and nose
  3. (noun)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
  4. (noun)restraint put into a person's mouth to prevent speaking or shouting
  5. (verb)fit with a muzzle
  6. (verb)prevent from speaking out
  7. (verb)tie a gag around someone's mouth in order to silence them