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Definition mutter in British English

mutter verb

verb
/ˈmʌtə(r)/
1

to talk in a quiet voice that is difficult to hear, especially because you are annoyed or embarrassed, or are talking to yourself

Example

He muttered an apology and then left.

Example

'That's a matter of opinion,' she muttered under her breath.

Example

Her husband muttered something about going out to find her.

Example

He turned and went upstairs, muttering to himself.

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Example

People began muttering about the unfair way he was being treated.

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Definition mutter in British English