muzzling Synonyms & Antonyms

present participle and gerund of muzzle

To bind or confine an animal's mouth by putting a muzzle, as to prevent it from eating or biting.

To restrain (from speaking, expressing opinion or acting); gag, silence, censor.

To veil, mask, muffle.

To fondle with the closed mouth; to nuzzle.

To bring the muzzle or mouth near.

The act of placing a muzzle on an animal.