noun Download 🔗Share 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. Examples : "Tanker trucks use baffles to keep the liquids inside from sloshing around." device technology physics sound machine part Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share An architectural feature designed to confuse enemies or make them vulnerable. Examples : "The castle's intricate battlements served as a baffle, designed to make it difficult for attackers to reach the inner walls. " architecture military building Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share (coal mining) A lever for operating the throttle valve of a winding engine. Examples : "The miner carefully adjusted the baffle to control the speed of the winding engine. " machine technical part industry Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To publicly disgrace, especially of a recreant knight. Examples : "Sir Reginald's cowardice during the battle baffled him before the entire court, stripping him of his knighthood and honor. " royal action literature history character person Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To hoodwink or deceive (someone). Examples : "The magician baffled the audience with his clever tricks. " mind character person attitude communication Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To bewilder completely; to confuse or perplex. Examples : "I am baffled by the contradictions and omissions in the instructions." mind human Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To foil; to thwart. Examples : "The complicated instructions baffled the students, preventing them from completing the project. " action mind Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To struggle in vain. Examples : "A ship baffles with the winds." mind emotion Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading