baffle
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Definitions ofbaffle
- A device used to dampen the effects of such things as sound, light, or fluid. Specifically, a baffle is a surface which is placed inside an open area to inhibit direct motion from one part to another, without preventing motion altogether.
Example: "Tanker trucks use baffles to keep the liquids inside from sloshing around."
- An architectural feature designed to confuse enemies or make them vulnerable.
- (coal mining) A lever for operating the throttle valve of a winding engine.
- To publicly disgrace, especially of a recreant knight.
- To hoodwink or deceive (someone).
- To bewilder completely; to confuse or perplex.
Example: "I am baffled by the contradictions and omissions in the instructions."
- To foil; to thwart.
- To struggle in vain.
Example: "A ship baffles with the winds."
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