How Do You Spell MUFF?
Pronunciation: [mˈʌf] (IPA) 
Correct spelling for the English word "muff" is [mˈʌf], [mˈʌf], [m_ˈʌ_f] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
Pronunciation: [mˈʌf] (IPA)
Correct spelling for the English word "muff" is [mˈʌf], [mˈʌf], [m_ˈʌ_f] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
A muff is a fashion accessory or hand-warmer typically made of fur, wool, or synthetic material. It is often cylindrical in shape and has a hole or slit in the middle, allowing one to place their hands inside to keep them warm during cold weather. Muffs were popular in the 18th and 19th centuries but have since become less common.
In general usage, the term "muff" can also refer to a muffler or padding used to cover and protect various objects, such as the foam covering on a microphone or the protective covering for a handle or lever. This usage stems from the original meaning of "muff" as a covering or sheath.
Additionally, "muff" can be used as a verb, meaning to fail at or make a mess of something due to clumsiness or incompetence. It is often used to describe someone who handles a situation poorly or fails to accomplish a task successfully.
In slang or informal language, "muff" is sometimes used as a euphemism for the female genitalia. However, this usage is considered vulgar and disrespectful, and it is advisable to avoid such language in polite conversation.
• A cover, usually in the form of a cylinder, generally made of fur, into which the hands may be placed for warmth.
• A fool; a stupid fellow.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "muff" has an interesting etymology. It originated from the French term "mouffle", which referred to a type of mitten or glove used to keep the hands warm. This French word entered the English language during the 16th century, when the fashion of muffling the hands in such coverings gained popularity. Over time, the spelling of the English word shifted from "mouffle" to "muff". The term "muff" is now primarily used to describe a cylindrical covering made of fur or fabric, often used to keep one's hands warm during colder weather.
