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deafening

The correct spelling is deafening.

How to pronounce deafening

verb

IPA: /ˈdɛfənɪŋ(ɡ)/

Say it like: Dee-fen-ing

The correct spelling is deafening. 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

Meanings

verb

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

noun

  1. 1.Pugging
  2. 2.The process by which something is deafened.

adjective

  1. 1.Loud enough to cause temporary or permanent hearing loss.
  2. 2.Very loud.

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