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Definition of mutter

mutter

/ˈmʌt.ər/
mut · ter
Plural:mutters
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Past Simple:muttered
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Past Participle:muttered
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Present Participle:muttering
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mutter Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To say something in a low or barely audible voice, especially in dissatisfaction or irritation.

Example

"He began to mutter under his breath when he realized the train had been delayed again."

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• noun

1

A barely audible or indistinct utterance, often expressing complaint or dissatisfaction.

Example

"His reply was little more than an indistinct mutter as he turned to leave the room."

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• Rhymes for mutter

• Nearby Words

mutiny
mutisia
mutt
mutter
mutterer
mutton
mutton snapper

Word Origin & Etymology

Dating back to the 14th century, 'mutter' comes from Middle English 'moteren', which is of imitative origin and closely related to Germanic words like Middle Low German 'muteren', echoing the low, indistinct sound of murmured speech.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mutter. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mutter
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