NYT Dictionary

MUFF

/mɐf/
NounVerbMUHFGrade 5

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2025

Meaning

A piece of fur or cloth, usually open at both ends, used to keep the hands warm.

Etymology

Origin: Dutch

Probably from Dutch mof (“muff, mitten”).

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

muffinaxe woundbearded clambeaverberkbonne boucheboxbunbushcavern

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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