nounπShareA 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."Tanker trucks use baffles to keep the liquids inside from sloshing around."devicetechnologyphysicssoundmachinepartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn architectural feature designed to confuse enemies or make them vulnerable."The castle's intricate battlements served as a baffle, designed to make it difficult for attackers to reach the inner walls. "architecturemilitarybuildingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShare(coal mining) A lever for operating the throttle valve of a winding engine."The miner carefully adjusted the baffle to control the speed of the winding engine. "machinetechnicalpartindustryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo publicly disgrace, especially of a recreant knight."Sir Reginald's cowardice during the battle baffled him before the entire court, stripping him of his knighthood and honor. "royalactionliteraturehistorycharacterpersonChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo hoodwink or deceive (someone)."The magician baffled the audience with his clever tricks. "mindcharacterpersonattitudecommunicationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo bewilder completely; to confuse or perplex."I am baffled by the contradictions and omissions in the instructions."mindhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo foil; to thwart."The complicated instructions baffled the students, preventing them from completing the project. "actionmindChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo struggle in vain."A ship baffles with the winds."mindemotionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
