deaf-mute
deaf-mute
Definition
deaf·-mute (def′myo̵̅o̅t′)
noun
a person who is deaf, esp. from birth, and therefore unable to speak: most deaf-mutes, having the necessary vocal organs, can be taught to speak
adjective
of or being a deaf-mute
deaf-mute
Usage Examples
Modifies a noun
- nymphomaniac: A Man's Prayer I pray for a deaf-mute nymphomaniac with huge breasts who owns a liquor store and a boat.
- man: The fourth was a deaf-mute man who witnesses say was hit by a bullet as he stood on the balcony of his home.
- child: The film begins with deaf-mute children acting out emotions.
Browse dictionary entries near deaf-mute
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