BAFFLE

Definition:

1. [noun] a flat plate that controls or directs the flow of fluid or energy
   Synonyms: board
   
   
2. [verb] be a mystery or bewildering to; "This beats me!"; "Got me
   Synonyms: perplex, vex, stick, get, puzzle, mystify, beat, pose, bewilder, flummox, stupefy, nonplus, gravel, amaze, dumbfound
   
   
3. [verb] hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of; "What ultimately frustrated every challenger was Ruth's amazing September surge"; "foil your opponent"
   Synonyms: thwart, queer, spoil, scotch, foil, cross, frustrate, bilk
   
   
4. [verb] check the emission of (sound)
   Synonyms: regulate
   
   

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