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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Dad raised his hand from his armrest in a miniature good-bye wave and mouthed something that might have been, “Have fun.”
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Even though this was decidedly not in their talking points, Maya-Jade gave him a supporting nod and mouthed, Go on.
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Mari mouthed a very excited wow at Aaron, and Door slapped him on the back.
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He mouthed wordlessly before the door opened and a figure burst out, a demon that Clara did not know by name.
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Just before they did, Margaret gave a little secret wave to Penelope and the children, and mouthed the words “Good luck.”
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