Deaf-mute Definition
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noun
A person who is deaf, esp. from birth, and therefore unable to speak: most deaf-mutes, having the necessary vocal organs, can learn to speak.
Webster's New World
Alternative form of deaf-mute.
Wiktionary
Synonyms:
- deaf-and-dumb-person
- mute
adjective
Of or being a deaf-mute.
Webster's New World
Being deaf and unable to speak.
American Heritage Medicine
Alternative form of deaf-mute.
Wiktionary
Synonyms:
- deaf-and-dumb
- word-deaf
- dull-eared
- deaf-eared
Other Word Forms of Deaf-mute
Noun
Singular:
deaf-mute
Plural:
deaf-mutesFind Similar Words
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