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
In our century, it’s been reworked for the screen more than 50 times, and mouthed by everyone from Ethan Hawke and Danny Devito to Shelley Long.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 25, 2025
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
“This,” Beto mouthed to her, and she nodded.
From "Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Pérez
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