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dulled

The correct spelling is dulled.

How to pronounce dulled

verb

IPA: /dəld/

Say it like: Dul-led

The correct spelling is dulled. To render dull; to remove or blunt an edge or something that was sharp. For example: "Years of misuse have dulled the tools."

Usage Examples

Years of misuse have dulled the tools.

He drinks to dull the pain.

A razor will dull with use.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To render dull; to remove or blunt an edge or something that was sharp.
  2. 2.To soften, moderate or blunt; to make dull, stupid, or sluggish; to stupefy.
  3. 3.To lose a sharp edge; to become dull.
  4. 4.To render dim or obscure; to sully; to tarnish.

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