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deafen

The correct spelling is deafen.

How to pronounce deafen

verb

IPA: /ˈdɛfən/

Say it like: Dee-fen

The correct spelling is deafen. To make deaf, either temporarily or permanently. For example: "to deafen a wall or a floor"

Usage Examples

to deafen a wall or a floor

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To make deaf, either temporarily or permanently.
  2. 2.To make soundproof.
  3. 3.(sometimes figurative) To stun, as with noise.

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