engine silencer

  • 111muffler — [1] A unit through which the exhaust gases are passed to quiet the sounds of the running engine. The British term is silencer. [2] A hollow, tubular device used in the discharge line of some systems to muffle the thumping sounds made by the… …

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  • 112muf·fler — /ˈmʌflɚ/ noun, pl flers [count] 1 US : a device that is attached to the engine of a vehicle to make it quieter called also (Brit) silencer 2 : a piece of cloth worn around your neck to keep it warm : ↑scarf …

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