mouthed
Americanadjective
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having a mouth of a specified kind (often used in combination).
a small-mouthed man.
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having a way of speaking of a specified kind (often used in combination).
a mealy-mouthed speaker; a loud-mouthed brat.
Other Word Forms
- unmouthed adjective
Etymology
Origin of mouthed
Example Sentences
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In a second phase of the study, the researchers simulated how the body might process lead if children mouthed or chewed on clothing.
From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026
Sitting in the clubhouse, a still soaked MacIntyre gawped at the TV screen, clattered his macerated hands together in applause, and mouthed "wow" as his dream died.
From BBC • Jun. 16, 2025
In consecutive weeks, Myers mouthed "elbows up" at the camera.
From Salon • Apr. 27, 2025
When officers arrived, she mouthed the word “help” and they removed her from the car.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2025
Ms. Udell then distributed nine pink cards to girls who raised outstretched fingers and mouthed numbers to each other.
From "George" by Alex Gino
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