Definitions

1. noun

the front part of a person’s face, especially the nose and mouth

“She covered her face with a muzzle to protect herself from the cold wind.”

2. noun

a device that covers the mouth of an animal, typically a dog, to prevent it from biting or barking

“The hiker was attacked by a wild dog that was not wearing a muzzle.”

3. verb

to cover or fit something, especially the mouth of an animal, with a muzzle

“The veterinarian muzzled the dog before performing the operation.”